6-Ingredient Homemade Sloppy Joes
You can have a delicious homemade version of sloppy joes with only six ingredients and a few minutes. The easy recipe is a hit with the whole family, even with picky eaters.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Preparation Level: Beginner +
What I Love About The Easy Sloppy Joes
- The sloppy joe recipe is super easy to make.
- It only calls for 6 ingredients.
- It can be ready and on the table in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Ketchup
- Yellow mustard
- Brown sugar
- Worcestershire sauce
- Minced onion
A full printable recipe with measurements and instructions is listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
How To Make Sloppy Joes
Add the ground beef and minced onion to a large skillet and brown. Drain the grease.
After draining the grease, add the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Add a pinch of salt and ground black pepper if desired. Place a lid on the skillet and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Store any sloppy joe leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate them. To reheat, place some in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave for two to three minutes or until the meat is heated through.
What To Serve With Tater Tots
- Air Fryer French Fries from Pip and Ebby
- Potato wedges
- Fritos Corn Salad
If you love sloppy joes, try Sloppy Joe French Bread or 4-Ingredient Sloppy Joe Biscuit Casserole.
6-Ingredient Homemade Sloppy Joes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon of minced onion
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Optional: pinch of salt and pepper hamburger buns, cheese
Instructions
- Add the ground beef and minced onion to a large skillet and cook over medium heat. Drain the grease.
- Next, add the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan and mix well. Simmer for 10-15 minutes with the lid on the skillet.
- Serve on hamburger buns.
