Sloppy Joe Sandwiches are a classic comfort food, known for their messy yet delicious combination of savory minced veal in a rich, flavorful sauce. This recipe incorporates a medley of vegetables, including garlic, celery, green bell pepper, and onion, creating a tasty and textured base. The crushed tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and soft mustard contribute to the sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy profile of the Sloppy Joe filling.
Sloppy Joe Sandwich
Ingredients:
- Minced veal: 500 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves (chopped)
- Celery stalk: 1 (chopped)
- Green bell pepper: 50 g (chopped)
- Onion: 100 g (chopped)
- Tomatoes: 400 g (crushed)
- Ketchup: 4 tablespoons
- Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Brown sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Soft mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Powdered cayenne pepper to taste (optional)
How to Make:
- In a pan with a little olive oil over medium heat, cook all the vegetables (garlic, celery, green bell pepper, onion) until they are soft. Reserve them for later use.
- Brown the minced veal lightly in the same frying pan.
- Mix all the ingredients in the frying pan, including the cooked vegetables. Shred the meat, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
- Toast the inside of the rolls slightly.
- Divide the cooked meat mixture between 4 rolls.
- Serve your Sloppy Joe sandwiches with your favorite sides, such as Mac and Cheese.
Tips:
- Vegetable Texture: For added texture, ensure that the vegetables are cooked until they are soft but still have a slight crunch.
- Meat Browning: Lightly browning the minced veal enhances its flavor and adds a rich, caramelized note to the dish.
- Shredding Meat: Shredding the meat during cooking helps it absorb the flavors of the sauce and ensures a consistent, well-blended filling.
- Adjusting Spice: Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences.
- Serving Sides: Sloppy Joe sandwiches pair well with classic sides like Mac and Cheese, offering a satisfying and complete meal.
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