Texas Toast Sloppy Joes
Deliciously messy and hearty, Texas Toast Sloppy Joes feature seasoned ground meat served on crispy Texas toast, making them perfect for family gatherings or a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey) Use Halal-friendly ground meat
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 each bell pepper, diced
Sauce
- 1 cup ketchup Ensure dietary compliance
- 2 tbsp mustard Ensure dietary compliance
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- to taste Salt and pepper
Assembly
- 8 slices Texas toast
- to taste Shredded cheese (optional)
- to taste Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or turkey. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as you go—this should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper into the skillet. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until they become tender.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the cooked meat and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together while you prepare the toast.
- On another skillet or in the oven, toast the Texas bread until golden brown and crispy—about 2-3 minutes each side.
- Spoon the savory meat mixture generously over the Texas toast slices. Add shredded cheese if desired, allowing it to melt slightly over the hot filling.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for an extra burst of flavor, and enjoy your homemade Texas Toast Sloppy Joes!
Notes
For lighter options, swap ground beef for lean turkey or chicken. For vegetarian, use crumbled tofu or black beans. To prevent soggy toast, ensure each slice is perfectly toasted.