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Savory Homemade Sloppy Joes Recipe on Soft Brioche Buns

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A quick and easy sloppy joe recipe featuring a savory ground beef mixture simmered in a tangy sauce, served on soft, buttery brioche buns for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 soft brioche buns
  • Optional toppings: sliced pickles, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and green bell pepper finely (about 1/4-inch pieces). Mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together tomato paste, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked beef and veggies. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Reduce heat to low and let simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water if the sauce looks dry.
  6. While the sauce simmers, warm the brioche buns in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes or toast lightly.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of the meat mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Add optional toppings if desired. Top with the other half of the bun.
  8. Serve immediately while warm and juicy.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, stir in a little broth or water to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered a few extra minutes. Warm buns briefly to keep them soft but sturdy. Season gradually to avoid over-salting. For vegetarian version, substitute beef with cooked lentils or mushrooms and use vegetable broth.

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