Sloppy Joe Mama's is a classic American comfort food made with savory ground beef cooked in a tangy tomato-based sauce, served on toasted buns. This recipe brings together the perfect balance of flavors and textures to create a filling and satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Hamburger buns, toasted
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together.
- Toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or oven until golden brown.
- Serve the sloppy joe mixture on top of the toasted buns and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sloppy Joe Mama's is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century.
The name 'sloppy joe' is said to have originated from a cafe in Sioux City, Iowa, called 'D.T. Sloppy Joe's'.