Spicy Sloppy Joes

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef, cooked and drained
• 1 Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Bell pepper, diced
• 1 Jalapeno, seeded and minced
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Hamburger buns, toasted

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. 2.Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
3. 3.Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.Serve the spicy sloppy joe mixture on toasted hamburger buns. Enjoy!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor an extra kick of heat, add some hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the mixture.
• chevron_rightYou can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper.
• chevron_rightLeftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.