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How to Make Chef John's Turkey Sloppy Joes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Turkey Sloppy Joes are a classic comfort food that everyone loves. Whether you're cooking for picky eaters or just looking for a satisfying meal to enjoy, this recipe is perfect for any occasion. Chef John's Turkey Sloppy Joes are a twist on the traditional recipe that adds a healthier and lighter option to the mix. With a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy even the hungriest appetites.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
  • ½ cup cold water
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup water, or as needed
  • 6 hamburger buns, split
  • ½ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup chopped green onions

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 sandwiches

  • Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in butter until lightly brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Mix turkey and 1/2 cup cold water into onions. Cook and stir, breaking up the meat, until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add ketchup, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cocoa powder. Cook, stirring frequently, until meat is cooked through and liquid is reduced and thick, 20 to 30 minutes, adding up to 1 cup water if needed.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler. Set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Toast hamburger buns under the preheated broiler until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove turkey mixture from the heat; mix in cheese and green onions. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

    • Nutrition

    394 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 724mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 170mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 456mg

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