Barbecued Hamburger Sloppy Joes Recipe

Step back in time with this nostalgic Barbecued Hamburger Sloppy Joe recipe, a family favorite since 1950! This jealously guarded secret is finally revealed. Featuring juicy 90% ground beef (or leaner, browned and drained), sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, and tender onions, these sloppy joes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve them on toasted hamburger buns with crunchy dill pickle chips – the perfect finishing touch! Get ready for a taste of pure comfort food.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 313.6 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecued Hamburger Sloppy Joes

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How to Make Barbecued Hamburger Sloppy Joes

  1. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb of 90% lean ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of your favorite tomato sauce, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded and the sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on toasted hamburger buns. Top with dill pickle chips for a delicious crunch!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

35g

Carbs

4g