Sloppy Joseph (Deluxe Sloppy Joe)

A gourmet, balanced, and deeply flavorful take on the classic Sloppy Joe, featuring tender, soda-treated beef, a punchy homemade sauce, and a crisped brioche bun. This version uses poblano for depth and heat, and a carefully reduced sauce for perfect sandwich texture.

IntermediateAmericanServes 4

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Source Video
34m
Prep
21m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 5m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$14.85
Per serving:$3.71

Critical Success Points

  • Do not use more than 1g baking soda in the beef.
  • Brown and crumble beef into small pieces for best texture.
  • Reduce sauce until very thick; under-reducing will make sandwiches fall apart.
  • Emulsify fat into sauce by stirring well at the end.

Safety Warnings

  • Use caution when handling hot pans and melted butter.
  • Wash hands after handling raw beef and peppers.
  • Ensure beef is fully cooked (no pink remains).

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