Is there anything more comforting or satisfying than the sloppiest Sloppy Joe? If you’re a fan, try this homemade Sloppy Joe seasoning. You can make a large batch so you always have some seasoning on hand when you have a hankering for a Sloppy Joe sandwich.
Read on to find out how to prepare this perfect seasoning.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
- sugar
- minced onion
- paprika
- ground cumin
- garlic powder
- salt and pepper
- ground mustard
- chili powder
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Sloppy Joe Seasoning
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk together.
- Mix with a whisk or spoon for at least 1 minute, until thoroughly blended.
- Scoop into a glass spice jar to store.
How Much Sloppy Joe Spice Mix Should I Use?
Use one tablespoon of this spice blend per pound of beef. Taste and add more if desired.
How To Store Sloppy Joe Seasoning
Scoop your spice blend into a glass jar with a tightly sealed lid. Store in a dry and dark place like the spice drawer or the pantry. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight as this can reduce the shelf life of the seasoning mix, dull the flavor, or dry out and harden.
How Do You Thicken Sloppy Joes?
To thicken your sloppy joe sauce, remove the lid as the mixture with the meat simmers. Add cornstarch if there is still too much liquid. You can also mix in peanut butter.
Is Sloppy Joe Just Chili?
While both are similar, chili isn’t quite the same. It is usually made into a stew with tomato sauce. Sloppy Joes create a thicker mixture for a sandwich.
Easy Sloppy Joe Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1-1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon chili powde
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk together.
- Mix with a whisk or spoon for at least 1 minute, until thoroughly blended.
- Scoop into a glass spice jar to store.
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