Sloppy joe

Here’s a classic, easy Sloppy Joe recipe — savory, slightly sweet, and perfect for sandwiches.

🍔 Sloppy Joe
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup ketchup
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp yellow mustard
Salt & black pepper, to taste
4–6 hamburger buns
🥣 Instructions
1. Cook the beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
Drain excess fat.
2. Cook the vegetables
Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
3. Add sauce
Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
Reduce heat and simmer 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
4. Serve
Spoon the beef mixture onto hamburger buns.
Optional: top with sliced pickles, cheese, or coleslaw.
✅ Tips

For extra tang, add a splash of apple cider vinegar.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Sloppy Joe filling can be made ahead and reheated — flavors improve after sitting a few hours.
I can also give a slow-cooker Sloppy Joe, a spicy version, or a mini slider version if you want a variation.

Do you want one of those variations?