Korean Beef Sloppy Joes
This Korean beef Sloppy Joes Recipe combines the classic comfort of Sloppy Joes with bold Korean flavors.
It’s an easy, homemade dish that makes for a satisfying dinner option.
With ingredients like ground beef, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this recipe is perfect for those looking for delicious beef recipes for dinner.
Quick and Flavorful Korean Sloppy Joes
These Sloppy Joes feature a savory mix of ground hamburger cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce, served on soft burger buns.
The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Cook and Prep Times
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 14 oz ground beef (400 g)
- 4 tbsp soy sauce (60 ml)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (25 g)
- ¼ cup ketchup (60 g)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (15 ml)
- 4 burger buns
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped green onions, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Drain excess fat, then stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and sesame oil.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Buns: While the beef mixture simmers, toast the burger buns if desired.
- Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
- Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if using.
- Serve: Place the top half of the buns on and serve immediately.
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- Looking for another main dish? Check out my Brown Sugar Pineapple Glazed Ham.
Serving Suggestions for your Sloppy Joes
- Pair these homemade sloppy joes with crispy fries for an easy weeknight meal.
- Serve mini buns for a party-style version of the best sloppy joe recipe.
- Add a fresh salad or roasted veggies to balance dinner.
- Try garlic bread or baked potatoes for a hearty beef dinner twist.
- Make smaller sliders for kids, a fun spin on the classic sloppy joes recipe.
Beef Sloppy Joes
Korean beef sloppy joes combine savory, slightly sweet flavors with tender ground beef in a bold sauce. An easy, fast, and fun twist on a classic sandwich perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Method
Cook the Beef:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula.
Add Sauce Ingredients:
- Drain excess fat, then stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and sesame oil.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Prepare Buns:
- While the beef mixture simmers, toast the burger buns if desired.
Assemble Sloppy Joes:
- Spoon the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
- Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if using.
Serve:
- Place the top half of the buns on and serve.
