Sloppy Joe Under a Bun

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Sloppy Joe Under a Bun, a hearty, flavor-packed classic perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This dish features seasoned ground beef simmered to perfection with finely chopped onions, green bell peppers, and garlic, all coated in a tangy-sweet sauce made from ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar. Toasted hamburger buns brushed with buttery goodness add the perfect golden crunch to complement the savory filling. Ready in just 30 minutes, this family-friendly recipe pairs wonderfully with fries, coleslaw, or a simple green salad. Whether you’re craving an easy dinner or indulging in nostalgic comfort food, this Sloppy Joe delight delivers satisfaction with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for toasting buns

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 4–5 minutes.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine, ensuring the meat is evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 4

Let the mixture simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 5

While the Sloppy Joe mixture simmers, melt the butter in a clean skillet or on a griddle over medium heat. Lightly toast the hamburger buns until golden and crisp on the cut sides, about 1–2 minutes.

Step 6

Spoon the prepared Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place the top half of the buns over the filling.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries, coleslaw, or a simple green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1889.7

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 363.9mg	0%
Sodium 3260.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.7g
Protein 136.8g	0%

Vitamin D 18.3IU	0%
Calcium 215.4mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1977.3mg	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: 49.8%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 25.1%