Description
This Sloppy Joe recipe features a flavorful ground beef or turkey mixture simmered in a tangy, mildly spiced sauce, served over crispy baked homemade fries. It’s a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, combining the savory sloppy joe topping with oven-baked russet potato strips for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Fries:
- 4 large russet potatoes, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Optional Toppings:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the potato fries.
- Prepare Potatoes: Toss the potato strips with olive oil, salt, and pepper ensuring they are evenly coated for crispiness and flavor.
- Bake Fries: Spread the potato strips out on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Cook Meat: While fries bake, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef or turkey until browned and fully cooked through.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add finely chopped onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the meat, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and chili powder to the skillet. Let the mixture simmer gently for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble Dish: Once fries are done baking, spread them on a serving platter and spoon the sloppy joe mixture over the top.
- Melt Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and return the platter to the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately for best enjoyment.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
- Adjust the chili powder to your preferred level of spice for a milder or spicier dish.
- For extra crispy fries, soak potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes before drying and baking.
- Cheddar cheese is optional but adds a deliciously melty topping.
- Use fresh parsley to add a pop of color and freshness.
