Sometimes, our family just wants a good sloppy joe. Sometimes I'm running from activity to activity and get home with the kids so late that they only thing I can possibly put on the table is a quick sloppy joe. Either way, they're always delicious and the kids eat them right up, so that's a win in my book! When worried about dairy and soy, it's important to avoid the canned sloppy joe sauces.This recipe is healthier than ketchup-based recipes and tastes delicious.
Ingredients
1 1/4 lbs. ground beef, ground turkey, or veggie ground meat substitute
1 1/2 tsp. coarse salt
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14.5 oz.) can tomato puree (Note: Do not use tomato paste!)
2 tbsp. light-brown sugar
1 tbsp. cider vinegar
1 tbsp.tomato paste
1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (optional)
1 tsp. soy-free Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 c. water
Optional Toppings: Daiya shredded cheese, sliced avocado, sliced tomatoes
Directions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook meat (or meat sub), breaking apart pieces with a wooden spoon, until lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add pureed tomatoes, sugar, vinegar, tomato paste, Worcestershire, and 1 1/2 cups water. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, about 20 minutes.
Serve hot meat mixture on top of the warmed up bread of your choice. Eat like a traditional hamburger, or like an open-faced sandwich.
For a special treat, top with Daiya shredded “cheese” and sliced avocado and/or tomato.
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