Description
Korean Beef Sloppy Joes are a savory twist on the classic American sandwich, combining ground sirloin with a flavorful blend of hoisin sauce, ketchup, sesame oil, and garlic. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe delivers a deliciously tangy and slightly sweet filling served on toasted brioche buns, garnished with fresh green onions for extra crunch and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb ground sirloin
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 Tbsp less sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 brioche buns
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the ground sirloin over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until the beef is browned and crumbly.
- Prepare the Sauce: To the cooked beef, stir in ketchup, hoisin sauce, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and minced garlic. Continue cooking the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the meat evenly.
- Toast and Assemble: While the beef mixture thickens, warm or toast the brioche buns to your liking. Spoon generous portions of the Korean beef mixture onto the buns, then top with thinly sliced green onions to add freshness and crunch. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or a dash of gochujang (Korean chili paste) to the beef mixture.
- Substitute ground sirloin with ground beef or ground turkey for variations in flavor and fat content.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Brioche buns provide a rich, buttery flavor but you can use any sandwich buns you prefer.
- This dish pairs well with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi for a more authentic Korean-inspired meal.
