Description
A delicious fusion of Korean flavors in a classic Sloppy Joe, featuring ground beef, garlic, and gochujang.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 4 burger buns
- 2 cups vegetable slaw
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Finely chop green onions and mince garlic, having all ingredients ready.
- Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add garlic and green onions: Stir in minced garlic and chopped green onions, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate flavorful ingredients: Add gochujang, soy sauce, and brown sugar; stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the slaw: Mix shredded cabbage and carrots in a bowl, drizzling with vinegar or lemon juice and salt.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Toast burger buns if desired, then spoon the beef mixture onto the buns and top with slaw.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve warm with sides like sweet potato fries or a salad.
Notes
For a healthier option, use lean turkey or chicken instead of beef. Avoid overcooking the beef and make sure to include the slaw for texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Korean, Sloppy Joes, comfort food, beef, spicy
