How to Make Sloppy Juan - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a delicious and hearty meal that's packed with flavor, then look no further than the Sloppy Juan. This twist on the classic Sloppy Joe takes all the deliciousness of the original and adds a kick of Mexican-inspired spices and flavors.

With its savory ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and zesty salsa, the Sloppy Juan is a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for feeding a hungry family or hosting a casual get-together with friends. Whether you're looking for a q...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup diced green onions
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic basil spread (see footnote for recipe link)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground chorizo
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (Optional)
  • 1 cup water, or as needed
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 4 Italian-style hoagie buns, split lengthwise and toasted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches

  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, 1/4 cup cilantro, green onions, chipotle chili powder, 1 tablespoon lime juice, garlic basil spread, and cumin in a small bowl. Stir until combined; season with salt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat; cook and stir chorizo, ground beef, and coriander until meat is browned, about 15 minutes. Drain and discard fat. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Stir cabbage, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, jalapeno, and water into chorizo mixture; cook and stir until peppers soften, about 10 minutes. Add brown sugar and chili powder; cook and stir until water is evaporated and sauce is thick, about 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup cilantro and juice of 1 lime over the chorizo mixture and remove from heat.
  • Spread each hoagie bun with 1 tablespoon chipotle mayo. Evenly distribute the chorizo mixture among the 4 sandwiches.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat; fry eggs, 2 to 4 at a time if necessary, until whites are set but yolks are still soft, about 2 minutes per side. Place two eggs atop each sandwich.
  • Nutrition

    1077 cal.

    • Total Fat: 78g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 292mg
    • Sodium: 1519mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 128mg
    • Calcium: 240mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 992mg