Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 1 stalk celery (diced)
  • 2 large cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey ((white meat, preferred))
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard (1)
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar ((can use apple cider vinegar))
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon browning sauce (such as Gravy Master, optional)
  • 4 brioche rolls (or other sandwich buns)

Instruction

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, ketchup, brown sugar, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, pepper, cayenne, chili powder, cumin and vinegar. Set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in the skillet over medium high heat until hot. Stir in the onions, bell pepper and celery and saute for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables are softened and slightly translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Add the ground turkey and break it up with the back of a spoon or fork as it browns so that the turkey resembles little crumbles.
  • Add the Sloppy Joe sauce to the cooked turkey and vegetables and stir to combine. Stir in the water and heat to a low simmer. Place the lid on the pan and gently simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mixture should be saucy, if it's too dry add water a few tablespoons at a time.
  • Stir in the browning sauce, if using. Taste for seasoning and adjust to taste.
  • Divide the sloppy joe mixture between the brioche buns and serve. Great with coleslaw, fries or tater tots.