Description
Halal Sloppy Joes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for Memorial Day gatherings. These flavorful sandwiches combine savory halal ground beef with a sweet-tangy sauce, all nestled in soft, fresh buns. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, they’re sure to be a hit at any barbecue or family get-together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey (halal)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Burger buns (4)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and green bell pepper in a splash of oil until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned; drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about five minutes.
- Spoon the mixture onto burger buns and top with desired toppings like shredded lettuce or cheese.
- Serve immediately alongside fries or coleslaw.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a leaner option, substitute ground turkey or chicken. Spice things up by adding jalapeños or customize the sauce with BBQ for extra flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.