Chinese Sloppy Joes

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 14
A Chinese-inspired twist on an American classic, introducing Chinese Sloppy Joes!
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 3/4 lbs ground turkey
1 can tomato sauce
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons soy sauce ( I use light Kikoman )
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 garlic , clove finely minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 scallions , thinly sliced on an angle ( green onions )
6 rolls

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
311
Sugar
8g
Fat
10g
If you're a fan of Sloppy Joes but are looking to switch things up a bit, these Chinese-inspired Sloppy Joes are the perfect recipe for you! With the addition of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and ginger, they have a delicious Asian-inspired flavor that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Serve them on a toasted roll for a classic Sloppy Joe experience, and enjoy the fusion of two classic cuisines.

Instructions

1.Brown the ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, hoisin sauce, water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
3.Pour the sauce over the ground turkey and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4.While the turkey is cooking, preheat the oven to 350°F and slice the rolls in half horizontally.
5.Place the rolls cut-side-up on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
6.Spoon the cooked turkey mixture onto the bottom halves of the rolls, then top with sliced scallions. Replace the top of the roll and serve immediately.

PROS

A fun and unique twist on traditional Sloppy Joes, with plenty of flavor from the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and ginger.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

CONS

Ground turkey can be a bit dry, so be sure not to overcook it when browning it in the skillet.

As with any Sloppy Joe recipe, these can be a bit messy to eat!

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground turkey is a lean protein source, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Hoisin sauce contains a variety of spices and seasonings, including garlic, chili peppers, and star anise, which may offer some anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

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