Taco Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes with a fun taco twist are a perfect crowd pleasing meal!
Ingredients
Sloppy Joe Beef:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 green pepper , chopped
- 1 small onion , chopped
- 1 jalapeno , chopped
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce (about 1 10-oz can)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper , to taste
For assembly:
- 6 buns
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Diced avocado
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
- Salsa
Instructions
- In a large pot set over medium high heat, brown the beef and season lightly with salt and pepper. Drain off any fat.
- Add the green pepper, onion, jalapeno, enchilada sauce, water, taco seasoning and brown sugar and stir until combined.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until sauce is reduced and thickened and pepper and onion are softened, about 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Serve sloppy joes on the buns and top as desired.
Notes
NOTES
- For extra heat, add 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 594kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 812mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 444IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 14mg