Sloppy Joes
Sweet, tangy beef mince piled into soft buns, messy and a family favourite.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.45 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Cook the onion and pepper for 6 minutes until soft.
6 min - 2
Add the garlic and mince. Fry on a high heat for 6 minutes, breaking up the lumps, until browned.
6 min - 3
Stir in the passata, ketchup, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar and mustard powder.
- 4
Simmer for 12 minutes, stirring now and then, until thick and glossy.
12 min - 5
Toast the buns and spoon the mix on top. Serve with napkins.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.