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Sloppy Joes - Classic vs Improved Version
Ingredients
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Onion1
- Bell pepper1
- Ground beef1 ½ lb
- Chili flake · crushed flakes½ tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Chili powder1 tbsp
- Garlic5 cloves
- Worcestershire sauce1 tbsp
- Apple cider vinegar1 tbsp
- Ketchup1 cup
- Brown sugar2 tbsp
- Burger bun4
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium, add the onion and bell pepper and saute about 5 minutes until soft.
- Add the beef, turn the heat to medium-high and cook about 5–7 minutes until cooked through. Stir in the salt, chili powder and red pepper flakes.
- Lower the heat to medium, add the garlic and cook about 2 minutes until very fragrant.
- Add the ketchup, brown sugar, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and water. Mix well and keep at a low simmer.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Then lower the heat to low and move on to toasting the buns.
- Heat a pan or griddle over medium with a little olive oil. Place the buns cut side down and brown about 1–2 minutes. Divide the beef among the 4 buns.
Summarized from Sip and Feast's video. Watch it for the details.
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