Dr. Pepper BBQ Sloppy Joes (Printer-Friendly)
Ground beef and Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce create sweet, tangy, saucy sandwiches perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Filling
01 -
1 pound (16 ounces) lean ground beef (85/15 blend recommended)
02 -
1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
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3/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 1/3 cups Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce
→ To Serve
07 -
6 soft sandwich buns
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef in an even layer. Season immediately with granulated garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until it begins to develop caramelized brown edges, about 5 minutes.
02 -
Add finely diced onions to the beef. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and translucent, and the beef develops crispy, caramelized spots, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Reduce heat to medium. Pour Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce over the beef-onion mixture. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat all contents. Allow the sauce to bubble and begin to thicken, about 2 minutes.
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Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors and create a thick, cohesive consistency.
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Keep the mixture warm over low heat until ready to serve, or transfer to a slow cooker set to warm if holding for more than 15 minutes.
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Spoon generously onto sandwich buns. Serve immediately while hot for optimal texture and flavor.
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
For a lighter option, ground turkey or chicken can replace beef. Add a splash of water when reheating leftovers to maintain sauciness.