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Tex-Mex Sloppy Joes

SERVES
4
COOK TIME
20 Min

You control the spice in this delicious take on a classic dinner favorite. Rachael Ray shares her secret for making Tex-Mex Sloppy Joes perfect for your taste buds!

What You'll Need

  • 4 slice bacon
  • 1 pound ground sirloin beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 4 burger rolls, toasted

What to Do

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon about 5 minutes, or until crisp. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble.
  2. Add beef, salt, and pepper to skillet and cook 5 to 7 minutes, or until browned. Stir in onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic, chili powder, and cumin. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until onion is softened.
  3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine beer, tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Pour mixture into skillet, add bacon, and simmer 5 to 10 minutes. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture on to rolls and serve.

Notes

  • Top sloppy joes with corn chips, pickled jalapeno rings, and sweet red pepper relish for that authentic Tex-Mex flavor!
     
  • We topped off this delicious meal with our Quick Tres Leches for an extra Ole!

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