Best Sloppy Joe Recipe Ditch the Can Get Tangy - Chef YoYo

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (approx. 1 cup, 150g)
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped (approx. 1 cup, 150g)
• 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (5g)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2.5g)
• 1 clove garlic, minced (approx. 1 teaspoon, 5g)
• 1 (15 ounce/425g) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup (120ml) ketchup
• 1/4 cup (60ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed (30g)
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (15ml)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (5g)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water (or beef broth for extra flavor)
• 6 hamburger buns, toasted
• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, pickles, sliced onions