Poblano Pepper Sloppy Joes

Give your classic comfort food an exciting twist with these smoky and savory Poblano Pepper Sloppy Joes! This easy-to-make recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef, roasted poblano peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce sweetened with brown sugar and spiced with chili powder and cumin. The poblano peppers add a subtle smokiness that elevates the dish, while the steamed and peeled peppers blend seamlessly into the hearty filling. Perfect for weeknight dinners, these sloppy joes come together in just 45 minutes and are ideal for serving on buttery, toasted burger buns. Top with your favorite additions, like shredded cheese or jalapeños, for an irresistible meal the whole family will love. Upgrade your sandwich game with this flavorful twist on a timeless classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 2 Poblano peppers
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Burger buns
• 2 tbsp Melted butter (optional, for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your broiler or stovetop griddle to medium heat.

Step 2

Place the poblano peppers under the broiler or directly on the stovetop flame. Roast until the skin is charred and blistered, turning frequently, about 5-7 minutes. Place roasted peppers in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the peppers are steaming, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef back to the skillet. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to develop flavor.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

While the meat mixture is simmering, peel the charred skin off the roasted poblano peppers, remove the seeds and stems, and chop them into small pieces. Stir the chopped poblanos into the sloppy joe mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

If desired, brush the burger buns with melted butter and lightly toast them on a skillet or griddle over medium heat until golden brown.

Step 9

Spoon a generous portion of the poblano sloppy joe mixture onto the toasted buns. Top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1278.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1958.9

Total Fat 112.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 363.1mg	0%
Sodium 4006.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.8g
Protein 95.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 330.3mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2465.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 28.9%