Description
This Easy Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes recipe offers a healthier twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with lean ground turkey and a flavorful blend of ketchup, tomato paste, and seasonings, these sloppy joes are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Sloppy Joe Mixture
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
To Serve
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Heat the oil and cook vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper; cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Add sauce ingredients: Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and chili powder if using. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer the mixture: Reduce heat to low and let the sloppy joe mixture simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and flavors meld together.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the thickened turkey sloppy joe mixture onto the hamburger buns and serve warm. Enjoy immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- For a lighter option, serve the sloppy joe mixture on whole wheat buns or wrap it in lettuce leaves.
- To add extra nutrition and texture, mix in shredded carrots or zucchini when cooking the vegetables.
