Gumbo Sloppy Joes
Gumbo Sloppy Joes are a quick, hearty twist on a classic sandwich made with ground beef and chicken gumbo soup in just 30 minutes.
Servings: 6 sandwiches
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced (about 1 cup)
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 can condensed chicken gumbo soup (10.5 oz.)
- 6 hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is mostly browned and the onion is softened, about 3-5 minutes.1 pound ground beef, 1 medium onion
- Stir in the ketchup, mustard, and condensed chicken gumbo soup.¼ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 can condensed chicken gumbo soup
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- While the mixture simmers, toast the hamburger buns in a skillet or under the broiler. Watch carefully to prevent burning.6 hamburger buns
- Spoon the mixture onto toasted buns and serve immediately.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE
- Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
♨️ REHEATING
- Microwave - heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each
- Stovetop - warm over medium-low heat until heated through
- Oven - reheat covered at 300° until warm
❄️ FREEZING
- Freeze the cooled filling in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
- Use lean ground beef to reduce grease
- Simmer uncovered to thicken properly
- Toast buns to prevent soggy sandwiches
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS
- Slow cooker - brown meat first, then cook on low for 2-3 hours
- Instant pot - sauté beef, then simmer using sauté mode
♻️ LEFTOVERS
- Use as a topping for baked potatoes
- Serve over rice for a quick meal
- Add to pasta for a sloppy joe twist
📝 NOTES
- If using higher-fat beef, drain excess grease after browning
- Best served hot for ideal texture and flavor
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 766mg | Potassium: 344mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 148IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 4mg
