Description
This Steakhouse Burger Sloppy Joes recipe combines the rich, juicy flavors of a steakhouse burger with the comforting, saucy texture of a classic sloppy joe. Made with ground beef, a savory steak sauce, and topped with melty cheese, this quick and delicious meal is perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup steak sauce (such as A1 Sauce or homemade)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water (if needed, for consistency)
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or Swiss, provolone, or American)
- 1 tbsp butter (for toasting buns, optional)
- Pickles, lettuce, tomato, or crispy onions for toppings (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5 minutes).
- Drain excess grease if necessary.
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Sauté Aromatics:
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened (about 2-3 minutes).
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Make the Sauce:
- Stir in ketchup, steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If the mixture is too thick, add ¼ cup beef broth to loosen it.
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Assemble the Sloppy Joes:
- Butter and toast the burger buns in a skillet for extra flavor (optional).
- Spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
- Place a slice of cheese on top and let it melt.
- Add toppings like pickles, lettuce, tomato, or crispy onions, then cover with the top bun.
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Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve immediately with fries, coleslaw, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Swap cheddar for Swiss or provolone for a different flavor.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Make it extra steakhouse-style by topping with crispy bacon!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg