Description
Halal Sloppy Joe Sandwiches are a mouthwatering twist on a classic comfort food. Picture tender, spiced ground meat enveloped in a soft bun, slathered with savory sauce, and complemented by fresh veggies. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, promising an explosion of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With vibrant colors and textures, these sandwiches are not only delicious but also visually appealing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 soft hamburger buns (brioche optional)
- Sliced pickles and fresh vegetables for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Gather all ingredients and tools (skillet, spatula).
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; add onions and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Add Meat: Cook ground beef or lamb until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (5-7 minutes).
- Mix Sauce Ingredients: Stir in ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Prepare Buns: Lightly toast buns under the broiler until golden brown.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon meat mixture onto each bun and top with pickles and veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg