Sloppy Joes
The Sloppy Joe sandwich, also known as a "loose meat" sandwich or a "Manwich," is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed by millions for decades. The origins of the sandwich are somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the United States during the early 20th century.
One popular theory is that the Sloppy Joe sandwich was created in Sioux City, Iowa, in the 1930s. A cook named Joe, who worked at a local diner, created the sandwich by mixing loose ground beef with tomato sauce and serving it on a bun. The sandwich became a hit, and soon other diners in the area began serving their own versions of the Sloppy Joe.
Another theory is that the sandwich was created in the 1940s by a chef named Joe in Key West, Florida. According to this theory, Joe created the sandwich by mixing ground beef with spices and tomato sauce and serving it on a bun.
Regardless of its origins, the Sloppy Joe sandwich quickly became a popular dish throughout the United States, particularly in school cafeterias and diners. In the 1960s, the Hunt's company introduced a canned Sloppy Joe sauce, which made it even easier for people to prepare the sandwich at home.
Today, there are countless variations of the Sloppy Joe sandwich, with different types of meat, sauces, and toppings. Some people even make vegetarian versions of the sandwich using lentils or other meat substitutes.
Despite its humble origins, the Sloppy Joe sandwich remains a beloved American classic, and it's easy to see why. With its hearty, flavorful filling and soft, pillowy bun, it's the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Sloppy Joes Sandwich
Caz | 18 Mar 2023
Ingredients:
2 Tbsp butter
1 mediun diced onion
1 medium green bell pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
12 oz tomato sauce
3/4 cup ketchup
2 TBsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp yellow mustard
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp paprika
¼ teaspoon each ground black pepper and salt
6 hamburger buns, toasted
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Instructions:
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize in some spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it is browned, no longer pink in the middle and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, red wine vinegar, paprika, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of black pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Spoon the meat onto the toasted buns.
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