A Tangy Classic Sloppy Joe is a classic American sandwich that’s perfect for a quick and easy dinner, a fun lunch, or party food. This sandwich is made with ground meat, onions, and a tangy tomato sauce, all served on a soft bun. It’s a messy, but delicious, meal that everyone will love.
This blog post will give you the recipe for the Tangy Classic Sloppy Joe, as well as some variations and tips for making it even better. Whether you’re a busy parent, a college student, or just someone who loves a good sandwich, this post has something for you.
So, let’s dive in and learn how to make the perfect Tangy Classic Sloppy Joe!
To make this Tangy Classic Sloppy Joe, you’ll need:
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1-1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sriracha seasoning
- 1 tbsp hot chile honey
- 1 tsp molasses
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp orange zest
- pinch of ground cloves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tbsp oil. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart using a wooden spatula, and cook for another 4-5 min.
3. Stir in the ketchup, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, sriracha seasoning, hot chile honey, molasses, minced garlic, orange zest, and a pinch of ground cloves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5. Serve the Sloppy Joe mixture on the hamburger buns, and enjoy!
Variations:
• you could try using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef or pork
• you could try adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms
• you could try using different sauces like barbecue sauce or chili sauce
• you could try making it spicy by adding hot sauce or cayenne pepper
Tips:
• Serve the Sloppy Joe on a toasted bun for a little extra crunch
• Serve it with a side of coleslaw or potato salad for a well-rounded meal
• You can also make a large batch of the meat mixture and freeze it for later use.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- ½ cup ketchup
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sriracha seasoning
- 1 tbsp hot chile honey
- 1 tsp molasses
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp orange zest
- pinch of ground cloves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tbsp oil. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart using a wooden spatula, and cook for another 4-5 min.
- Stir in the ketchup, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, sriracha seasoning, hot chile honey, molasses, minced garlic, orange zest, and a pinch of ground cloves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the Sloppy Joe mixture on the hamburger buns, and enjoy!
