Smokey Joes

Indulge in the irresistible smoky-sweet flavor of Smokey Joes, a hearty twist on the classic Sloppy Joes recipe! This crowd-pleasing dish combines tender ground beef, sautéed onions, and bell peppers, all simmered in a bold blend of ketchup, barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce for depth. The rich, tangy filling is perfectly nestled between buttery, toasted burger buns for a satisfying bite every time. Ready in just 35 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Customize your Smokey Joes with optional toppings like creamy coleslaw, crunchy pickles, or gooey melted cheese—delivering a flavor-packed meal everyone will love. Turn up the smoky goodness today!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.25 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add ketchup, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, barbecue sauce, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

While the mixture is simmering, lightly butter the burger buns and toast them in a separate skillet or under a broiler until golden brown.

Step 8

Spoon the Smokey Joe filling generously onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns.

Step 9

Top with the remaining halves of the buns and serve warm.

Step 10

Optional: Add toppings like coleslaw, pickles, or shredded cheese for additional flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1186.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2055.7

Total Fat 108.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 383.1mg	0%
Sodium 4090.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 75.5g
Protein 92.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285.8mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2076.8mg	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: 47.4%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 34.6%