Homemade Turkey Sloppy Joes
These homemade sloppy joes are so good and easy to make. You cam eat it on its own or put in buns to enjoy its goodness.
Equipment
Large non-stick skillet or deep frying pan (12-inch / 30cm)
Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
Cutting Board
Sharp chef's knife
Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey (minced turkey) - 450g- 2 packets sloppy joe seasoning mix - 1.31 oz / 37g each, such as McCormick's
½ cup white onion - diced, about 1 small onion (75g)
½ cup yellow bell peppers (yellow capsicum) - diced, about 1/2 a large pepper (75g)
¼ cup cilantro (coriander) - chopped
1 medium tomato - diced, about 3/4 cup / 150g
6 ounces tomato paste - 170g, approximately 1 small can
8 ounces ketchup - 225g, approximately 3/4 cup
½ cup water - 120ml
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over low heat.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Once the oil is warm, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and cilantro. Cook on low heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.1/2 cup white onion, 1/2 cup yellow bell peppers (yellow capsicum), 1/4 cup cilantro (coriander)
- Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook for 6–8 minutes until fully browned with no pink remaining (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Drain any excess liquid if needed. Add the diced tomato, both sloppy joe seasoning packets, tomato paste, ketchup, and water. Stir well to combine.1 pound ground turkey (minced turkey), 2 packets sloppy joe seasoning mix, 1 medium tomato, 6 ounces tomato paste, 8 ounces ketchup, 1/2 cup water
- Stir thoroughly, reduce heat to low, and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick enough to hold on a spoon without dripping. Serve piled onto toasted hamburger buns.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The sauce thickens overnight — add 1–2 tablespoons of water when reheating on the stovetop over medium-low heat.
Freezer-friendly: Portion into zip-lock bags laid flat and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Make-ahead: Cook the filling completely, cool, and refrigerate up to 2 days before serving. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Substitutions: Swap ground turkey for lean ground beef, ground chicken, or a plant-based mince — adjust browning time accordingly.
Pro tip: Let the turkey brown fully before adding liquids. Ground turkey releases more moisture than beef, so resist adding the water until you assess the sauce consistency — you may need slightly less than 1/2 cup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 20gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 609mgPotassium: 719mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 892IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg
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