Steakhouse Burger Sloppy Joes 🍔🔥
Imagine the rich, beefy flavor of a juicy steakhouse burger meets the messy, saucy goodness of a Sloppy Joe—this is the ultimate comfort food mashup!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the “Steakhouse” Beef:
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1 lb ground chuck (80/20 for maximum juiciness)
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ cup beef broth (or red wine for depth)
For the Umami Sauce:
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½ cup ketchup
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2 tbsp steak sauce (A1 or HP)
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp liquid smoke (optional, for grill flavor)
To Serve:
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4 brioche buns (toasted with butter)
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Sautéed mushrooms (optional)
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Crispy fried onions
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Provolone or blue cheese crumbles
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Pickles, lettuce, or tomato (for freshness)
How to Make It (10 mins prep, 15 mins cook)
1️⃣ Sear the Beef:
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In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground chuck, breaking it into small chunks. Drain excess fat but leave 1 tbsp for flavor.
2️⃣ Build the Flavor:
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Add onions and garlic; cook until soft (3 mins).
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Stir in Worcestershire, Dijon, paprika, and pepper.
3️⃣ Simmer the Sauce:
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Pour in beef broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
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Mix in ketchup, steak sauce, brown sugar, and liquid smoke. Simmer 5-7 mins until thickened.
4️⃣ Toast the Buns:
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Butter and lightly toast brioche buns in the same skillet.
5️⃣ Load & Serve:
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Pile the saucy beef onto buns. Top with:
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Melted provolone (place under broiler for 1 min if desired)
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Crispy onions & mushrooms
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Blue cheese crumbles (for a bold twist)
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Pro Tips
🔸 For steakhouse vibes: Use a mix of ground chuck + ground sirloin.
🔸 Extra richness? Stir in 1 tbsp butter at the end.
🔸 Make it smoky: Add 1 tsp chipotle powder to the sauce.
Pair With:
🍟 Truffle fries
🥗 A crisp wedge salad
🍺 A cold stout or amber ale
This isn’t just a Sloppy Joe—it’s a gourmet burger experience with the ease of a one-pan meal. The umami sauce, crispy onions, and melty cheese take it to steakhouse level!
Want it spicy? Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce! 🌶️