Sloppy Joe Sauce

Transform your weeknight meals with this rich and flavorful homemade Sloppy Joe Sauce, a perfect blend of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet goodness. Made with hearty ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and a velvety sauce crafted from ketchup, tomato paste, and a hint of Worcestershire, this recipe balances bold flavors with everyday pantry staples. The subtle sweetness of brown sugar pairs beautifully with a zesty splash of red wine vinegar and yellow mustard, while paprika and garlic add depth to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing classic is perfect for piling onto soft hamburger buns or rolls, making it a versatile and satisfying option for lunch, dinner, or even game day celebrations. Whether served as a sloppy sandwich or as a topping for baked potatoes or pasta, it’s a surefire hit for the whole family!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 0.5 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, red wine vinegar, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour in the water and mix well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.

Step 8

Serve the Sloppy Joe sauce over hamburger buns, bread rolls, or your favorite base. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1078.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1587.1

Total Fat 105.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 3150.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 54.6g
Protein 90.9g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 157.9mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 2155.9mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 20.0%