Description
Sloppy Joe Bowls are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, featuring savory ground beef simmered in a tangy sauce, served over your choice of fluffy rice or crisp lettuce. This easy and quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, ready in under 30 minutes! Each bowl can be customized with toppings such as shredded cheese and crunchy pickles, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys a meal they’ll love. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish a family favorite, perfect for serving up seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Rice or lettuce for serving
- Shredded cheese and pickles for toppings
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until cooked through and the onions are translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Drain excess fat and stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- While simmering, prepare rice according to package instructions or wash/chop lettuce.
- Serve by spooning rice or lettuce into bowls and topping with the sloppy joe mixture.
- Add shredded cheese and pickles as desired, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg