Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes with Lean Ground Turkey
These zippy, tangy Sloppy Joes are made healthier with lean ground turkey and plenty of veg. The classic Sloppy Joe sauce gets a kick from Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper.
Servings 4
Calories 405kcal
Equipment
- 10 inch skillet with a lid
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 green bell pepper diced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 stalk celery diced
- 2 large cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (white meat, preferred)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar (can use apple cider vinegar)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon browning sauce such as Gravy Master, optional
Serve On:
- 4 brioche rolls or other sandwich buns
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, ketchup, brown sugar, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, pepper, cayenne, chili powder, cumin and vinegar. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in the skillet over medium high heat until hot. Stir in the onions, bell pepper and celery and saute for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables are softened and slightly translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey and break it up with the back of a spoon or fork as it browns so that the turkey resembles little crumbles.
- Add the Sloppy Joe sauce to the cooked turkey and vegetables and stir to combine. Stir in the water and heat to a low simmer. Place the lid on the pan and gently simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mixture should be saucy, if it's too dry add water a few tablespoons at a time.
- Stir in the browning sauce, if using. Taste for seasoning and adjust to taste.
- Divide the sloppy joe mixture between the brioche buns and serve. Great with coleslaw, fries or tater tots.
Nutrition
Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 1115mg | Potassium: 665mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 3mg