Gordon Ramsay Sloppy Joes Recipe

This Gordon Ramsay Sloppy Joes recipe is a bold and saucy recipe, which is made with lean ground beef and a rich tomato sauce. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 35 minutes.

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Gordon Ramsay Sloppy Joes Recipe Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• ½ green bell pepper, diced
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 425g (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 450g (1 lb) lean ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 60ml water (optional)
• 4 hamburger buns

How To Make Gordon Ramsay Sloppy Joes Recipe

1. Brown the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–6 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until they have softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Build the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, and tomato sauce. Add this mixture to the pan.
4. Simmer to Thicken: Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook, uncovered, for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened. If it becomes too thick, you can add a splash of water.
5. Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot on toasted hamburger buns.

Recipe Tips

• How do you get the best flavor? Using a cast-iron skillet is great for browning the beef and building up flavorful browned bits (fond) on the bottom of the pan. When you add the sauce, scrape these bits up to incorporate them into the final dish.
• Why let the Sloppy Joe mixture rest? Letting the finished mixture rest for just 5 minutes off the heat before serving is a crucial step. It allows the sauce to thicken naturally and helps the flavors to meld together.
• How do you make a richer sauce? After browning the meat, you can deglaze the pan with a small splash of beef stock or water, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom before you add the vegetables. This adds another layer of deep, savory flavor.
• What’s a simple plating trick? For a more compact, easier-to-eat sandwich, gently smash the top bun down after you’ve loaded the Sloppy Joe.

What To Serve With Sloppy Joes

This classic American sandwich is a casual meal that pairs perfectly with simple, fun sides:

• Crispy French fries or tater tots
• Creamy coleslaw
• A side of pickles
• Macaroni and cheese

How To Store Sloppy Joes

• Refrigerate: Cool the Sloppy Joe meat mixture completely and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: The meat mixture freezes very well. Cool it down, then freeze in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Sloppy Joes Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Sodium: 900mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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