All American Sloppy Joes Vegetarian Recipe

Craving comfort food? This All-American Vegetarian Sloppy Joe recipe delivers! Using hearty textured vegetable protein (TVP), these sloppy joes taste amazingly like the real deal – even meat-lovers will be impressed! Perfectly seasoned and simmered to perfection, they're reminiscent of Grandma's classic recipe. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. Get ready for a flavor explosion! If you've never cooked with TVP before, this is your sign to give it a try!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 88.5 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for All American Sloppy Joes Vegetarian

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How to Make All American Sloppy Joes Vegetarian

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 stalks celery, chopped, and saute until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add 1 cup textured vegetable protein (TVP), 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup water to the saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the TVP is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  4. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on your favorite hamburger buns or rolls. Optional toppings include shredded cheese, coleslaw, or pickles.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

1g

Carbs

5g

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