Description
This Steakhouse Burger Sloppy Joes recipe offers a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich. Ground beef is cooked with a savory blend of steak sauce, Worcestershire, and spices, then simmered in a rich, tangy sauce before being piled high on toasted hamburger buns and topped with melted cheddar cheese and pickled jalapeños for a spicy kick. Perfect for a casual dinner or game day feast, this recipe delivers bold, satisfying flavors with an easy stovetop preparation.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup steak sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the tablespoon of olive oil to coat the pan evenly.
- Sauté onions: Add the chopped onion to the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions soften and become translucent.
- Cook garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning and release its aroma.
- Brown the beef: Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess grease: Carefully drain any excess grease from the skillet, leaving a small amount to coat the beef for flavor.
- Add sauces and sugar: Stir in ketchup, steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar to combine well with the beef mixture.
- Season the mixture: Add black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.
- Simmer the sauce: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Toast buns: While the meat simmers, slice the hamburger buns in half and toast them lightly in a toaster or on a separate skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns.
- Add cheese: Top the sloppy joe filling with shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt slightly from the heat.
- Add jalapeños: Place a few slices of pickled jalapeños on top of the cheese for extra zest.
- Serve: Place the top halves of the buns on the sandwiches and serve immediately while hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat level by adding more or fewer pickled jalapeños according to your spice tolerance.
- For a richer flavor, consider using sharp cheddar cheese or mixing in some smoked cheese.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a lighter alternative to ground beef.
- Leftover sloppy joe mixture can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
- To add extra veggies, try mixing in finely diced bell peppers or mushrooms when sautéing the onions.
