3-Ingredient Sloppy Joes

Sloppy joe meat on a bun with cheese plated and ready to eat.

This easy homemade sloppy joe sauce is made of only 3 ingredients. Together they make this classic sandwich saucy, sweet, and savory with a bit of tang. There is a lot of flavor with just a few ingredients. It's a gluten-free, dairy-free, & from scratch recipe instead of using canned Manwich.

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Prep Time 2

Cook Time 10

Total Time 12

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 239 kcal

Equipment

sauce pot
colander

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup yellow mustard
½ cup water optional - for a saucier sloppy joe
salt & pepper optional - to taste

Instructions

In a medium pot, add the ground beef & cover with 1-2 inches of water. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to break the meat apart.
Turn the stove to medium-high heat to bring the meat and water to a boil.
Once it is boiling, turn it down to low so it will simmer. Let the meat cook until all the pieces are brown, about 3 minutes.
Drain the meat in a colander with fine openings. Return the meat to the pot.
Add in 1 cup of ketchup and ¼ a cup of yellow mustard. Keep the heat on low and let it heat through for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Taste test the meat. Add optional salt & pepper to taste. I find the ketchup and mustard add enough salt and flavor that it is not needed.
Spoon over toasted hamburger buns or rolls to serve. Top with any of the suggested ideas shared above. Enjoy.

Notes

STORING & REHEATING:

Place leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheat the meat straight from the fridge (not frozen) in a pot on the stove over medium heat until hot.

NUTRITIONAL INFO NOTE: the calories and other facts are for the sloppy joe meat only (no bread or buns etc) and will vary based on the type of meat/fat ration & condiment brands used. This is a guide for estimates only.

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 14gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 529mgPotassium: 332mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 213IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 2mg

Keyword 3-ingredient, dairy-free, easy, high-protein, kid favorite, low carb, quick, simple

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