Makes about 30 sandwiches, serving 20
1/2 cup vegetable oil
5 medium-large onions, chopped
5 pounds ground beef or turkey
1 tablespoon garlic powder
4 cups (1 quart) ketchup
2/3 cup soy sauce
1 1/4 cups Dijon mustard
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon red pepper sauce
Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large (2 gallon capacity) roasting pan or disposable roasting pan over 2 burners. Add onions; cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ground meat, stirring frequently to break up large clumps; cook until no longer pink and liquid evaporates. Drain fat, if necessary.
Mix remaining ingredients and stir them into the cooked meat. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is thick, rich, and not runny, 5 to 8 minutes. Serve with warm buns.
Cynthia says
Wish I would have had this recipe before I hired the caterer.
Tracy says
Love sloppy joes! Such a simple and delicious favorite.
Maria says
Kids and adults will love this one!
Jenny Flake says
I LOVE sloppy Joes, this recipe looks great!!
Jen @ How To: Simplify says
Now we’re talking…I used to love sloppy joes when I was young. Now I can have them grown-up style! I love it!
Amy says
We make ’em really grown-up by adding a splash of bourbon!
Mary says
I cater food and have had many requests for this recipe..My customers love it.
In fact I am doing these for a luncheon on Monday..
Gail says
This is my go-to recipe for sloppy joes now – not too sweet, perfect!