Korean Beef Sloppy Joes Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (85/15)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup hoisin sauce
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- ½ tsp sriracha (adjust for heat)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 brioche rolls
Instructions:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef, breaking it apart but keeping some chunks for texture. Drain excess fat if desired.
- Stir in garlic, sesame oil, ketchup, hoisin, water, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sriracha. Simmer 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
- Toast brioche rolls until golden.
- Spoon beef mixture onto rolls and garnish with green onions.
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 12 min | Total Time: 22 min
Tips:
- Kick up the heat: Add 1 tsp gochujang or extra sriracha for a spicier bite.
- Extra crunch: Top with shredded carrots, cucumber, or kimchi for a Korean-inspired crunch.
- Make it quick: Prep the sauce ingredients ahead and store in the fridge for faster assembly.
- Side ideas: Pair with sesame-slathered fries or a tangy Asian slaw.
This recipe’s a winner for a fast, flavor-packed meal! If you want to tweak it further (like a vegetarian version or a spicier sauce), let me know. Enjoy! 🌶️🍔
