BBQ Ground Beef Sloppy Joes Recipe
Classic sloppy joes made with seasoned ground beef simmered in a tangy BBQ sauce mixture, perfect for a quick and hearty sandwich served on hamburger buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
Sauces and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp. mustard
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add the diced onions and sauté for a few minutes until they become toasty and fragrant.
- Cook Ground Beef: Reduce heat to medium, add the ground beef to the skillet, and cook while breaking it up into small pieces. Optionally, drain excess grease by transferring the cooked meat to a colander.
- Add Sauce and Simmer: Stir in BBQ sauce, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and salt thoroughly. Lower the heat to low and simmer the mixture for a few more minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto hamburger buns, optionally adding mayonnaise, cheese, and an extra drizzle of ketchup for additional flavor. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Using homemade hamburger buns can elevate the sandwich experience.
- Draining excess grease after cooking the beef helps reduce fat content.
- Adjust the amount of mustard or BBQ sauce for preferred tanginess and sweetness.
- Serve with classic sides like coleslaw or potato chips for a complete meal.
Keywords: sloppy joe, ground beef sandwich, quick dinner, BBQ sandwich, American comfort food
