Sloppy Joe Restaurant Recipe

Bring the comforting flavors of diner-style fare right to your kitchen with this irresistible Sloppy Joe Restaurant Recipe! Packed with perfectly seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, and green bell peppers, this dish is simmered in a robust sauce made from ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for that signature sweet-and-savory kick. A hint of smoked paprika and chili powder adds depth and smokiness, making these Sloppy Joes anything but ordinary. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a quick yet hearty meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve the flavorful filling piled high on toasted burger buns, and pair it with classic sides like crispy fries or creamy coleslaw for the ultimate comfort food experience. Ideal for anyone craving a simple, satisfying, and restaurant-quality meal made at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water
• 4 burger buns, toasted

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the olive oil to the skillet, then add the ground beef. Cook the beef, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until it’s browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Push the ground beef to one side of the skillet and add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the other side. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then stir everything together.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

Step 6

Pour in the water and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

While the meat mixture simmers, toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a dry skillet until golden brown.

Step 8

Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with the other half of the bun to sandwich.

Step 9

Serve warm with optional sides, such as coleslaw, fries, or a garden salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1375.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2344.0

Total Fat 107.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4214.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 88.8g
Protein 104.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346.7mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 2347.7mg	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: 40.0%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 42.6%