Manwich Original Sloppy Joe Sauce Copycat
Recreate the nostalgic flavor of your favorite childhood meal with this Manwich Original Sloppy Joe Sauce Copycat recipe! Crafted with a perfectly balanced blend of tangy tomato paste, sweet brown sugar, zesty vinegar, and a medley of aromatic spices like chili powder, garlic powder, and paprika, this homemade sloppy joe sauce delivers bold, saucy satisfaction in every bite. Diced onion and green bell pepper add a touch of freshness and texture, while Worcestershire sauce lends a savory depth that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe transforms everyday ground beef or turkey into a mouthwatering sloppy joe feast. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, serve it on soft hamburger buns for a hearty, flavor-packed meal the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 6 oz Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.75 cup Water
- 0.33 cup Diced onion
- 0.25 cup Green bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato paste, ketchup, and water. Stir well until smooth.
Step 2
Add diced onion and green bell pepper to the mixture.
Step 3
Stir in the brown sugar, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, dry mustard powder, and paprika.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before using it to prepare sloppy joes as desired.
Step 8
For an easy sloppy joe meal, mix the sauce with 1 pound of cooked and crumbled ground beef or ground turkey. Stir until evenly coated and heated through. Serve the mixture on hamburger buns and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (619.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 377.8 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2633.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 91.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 64.1g | |
| Protein 8.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 129.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2071.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories