BBQ Pork Sloppy Joes
A rich and bold interpretation of an American classic, featuring succulent ground meat simmered in a thick, sweet barbecue sauce and served in a lightly toasted soft bun. This dish is complemented by pickled red onions for a bright acidity and roasted sweet potato wedges, offering a layer of natural sweetness to this refined and comforting culinary experience.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash and dry all produce. Cut sweet potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Toss on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, salt, and pepper. Roast until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
- 2Meanwhile, halve and peel onion. Slice as thinly as possible until you have ¼ cup (½ cup for 4 servings); finely chop remaining onion. Peel and finely chop garlic. Halve lime; squeeze juice into a small bowl. Halve buns. Add 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for
- 3
Nutrition
- Calories
- 526
- Protein
- 33.6g
- Carbs
- 30.6g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Electric hand mixer
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Chef tips
To ensure deep flavor, brown the ground pork thoroughly before adding the liquids; this adds a wonderful caramelization that pairs perfectly with the sweet and rich BBQ sauce. For a colorful, balanced meal, stir finely diced carrots and red bell peppers into the sauce; the kids will love the natural sweetness and won't even notice the hidden veggies.
Culinary reasoning
A rich and bold interpretation of an American classic, featuring succulent ground meat simmered in a thick, sweet barbecue sauce and served in a lightly toasted soft bun. This dish is complemented by pickled red onions for a bright acidity and roasted sweet potato wedges, offering a layer of natural sweetness to this refined and comforting culinary experience.