Arm Roast Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Arm Roast Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 230 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 (3-4 lb) boneless beef arm roast; Chili Sauce (not found in recipe); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; Vegetable Oil (not found in recipe; olive oil used instead); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup beef broth; 1 cup ketchup; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 6-8 hamburger buns; Butter (for buns, as needed)

Elevate your BBQ game with these incredible Arm Roast Sloppy Joes! Forget dry, boring pulled pork – this recipe uses a tender arm roast for unbelievably juicy, flavorful slow-cooked beef. Sweet and tangy, with a hint of smoky depth, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect piled high on toasted buns or as a unique baked potato topping. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 210 mins

Calories 282.1 kcal

Protein 61g

Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arm Roast Sloppy Joes

1 (3-4 lb) boneless beef arm roast
Chili Sauce (not found in recipe)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetable Oil (not found in recipe; olive oil used instead)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup beef broth
1 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
6-8 hamburger buns
Butter (for buns, as needed)

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How to Make Arm Roast Sloppy Joes

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, brown a 3-4 lb boneless beef arm roast in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear on all sides for about 5 minutes total.
Add 1 cup of beef broth, 1/2 cup ketchup, and 1/4 cup brown sugar to the pot. Cover tightly and transfer to the preheated oven. Simmer for 1.5 hours.
Remove from oven, add 1 large onion (chopped) and 4 cloves garlic (minced). Stir well. Return to the oven, cover, and continue simmering for another hour, or until the beef is fork-tender.
Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Using two forks, shred the beef into coarse pieces.
Stir in 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Bring to a gentle simmer on the stovetop.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
While the sauce simmers, lightly butter hamburger buns and grill or toast them until lightly golden brown. Pile the shredded beef generously onto the buns and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

15g

Carbs

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Lunch Main Dish Beef American Easy Beginner Cook Potluck Stove Top Dietary Sandwiches Comfort Food High Protein Midwestern High In Something Meat Taste Mood To Go Equipment Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less