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Sloppy Joes

Chef Trips brings you a better-for-you version of the weeknight favorite that never goes out of style, Sloppy Joes made right from scratch. Ground beef gets simmered with sautéed onions, garlic, and the controversial bell peppers (are they in the original recipe?), then coated in a tangy, sweet, and savory homemade sauce that clings to every bite.
Made with whole wheat buns, stevia brown sugar, and real ingredients, this dish delivers all the messy, saucy goodness you remember, just a little smarter and a whole lot tastier.
Top it with a slice of cheese, add some dill pickles for crunch, and let the flavor do the talking. It will be BEAUTIFUL!

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp of Olive oil
  • 1 lb of ground Beef or turkey
  • 1 diced Onion
  • 1 diced Bell pepper
  • 2 cloves of minced Garlic
  • 1 cup of Ketchup
  • ½ cup of Water
  • 2 tbsp of Brown sugar substitute with stevia
  • 1 tbsp of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp of Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp of Yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp of Chili powder
  • Dill pickle chips optional
  • Salt and Black pepper to taste
  • Cheese slices of choice optional
  • Buns whole wheat

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks, ensuring it browns evenly. Around 5-7 minutes.
  • Once the beef is browned, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook until the vegetables have softened, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Add in the ketchup, water, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, and chili powder. Stir everything together until well combined. The mixture will start to simmer, and the flavors will meld together.
  • Allow the sloppy joe mixture to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to intensify and the sauce to thicken slightly. Keep an eye on the consistency and adjust the heat as needed.
  • Once the sloppy joe mixture has thickened to your liking, it’s ready to serve. Spoon generous amounts onto buns, top with pickles, cheese, and serve hot. The soft buns soak up the delicious sauce, but it will be messy!
  • ENJOY!

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