This easy and delicious Slow Cooker Ultimate Sloppy Joes recipe is perfect for a quick and hearty meal. With tender minced beef, melted cheese, and a tangy sauce, it’s a crowd-pleaser. Customize it with your favorite toppings and serve with crispy oven chips for an extra treat!

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Recipe Ingredients

• 500g (1 lb) minced beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 red pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 2 tsp paprika
• 5 tbsp (¼ cup + 1 tbsp) tomato ketchup
• 1 tbsp brown sauce (or Worcestershire sauce)
• 300ml (1 ¼ cups) beef stock
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

To serve:

• 4 brioche buns, toasted
• 4 slices of cheese (Monterey Jack recommended)
• Sliced gherkins
• Spicy chili sauce (optional)
• 2 large handfuls of oven chips, cooked from frozen

How To Make Slow Cooker The Ultimate Sloppy Joes

1. Add ingredients to slow cooker: Place the minced beef, onion, red pepper, garlic, paprika, tomato ketchup, brown sauce, beef stock, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and seasonings into your slow cooker. Stir everything together to combine.
2. Cook: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6 hours.
3. Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Toast the brioche buns. Spoon the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with a slice of cheese, gherkins, and a drizzle of spicy chili sauce, if using. Finish with the top half of the bun.
4. Serve: Serve the Sloppy Joes with a side of crispy oven chips.

Recipe Tips

• Use lean minced beef: This will help reduce the fat content and keep the filling from becoming too greasy.
• Stir occasionally: If you’re around, stir the filling in the slow cooker once or twice to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
• Toast the buns well: Toasting the brioche buns adds a nice crunch and prevents them from getting soggy when you add the filling.
• Adjust the seasoning: Taste the filling before serving and add extra salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed to balance the flavors.
• Choose the right cheese: Monterey Jack melts perfectly and adds a creamy texture, but feel free to swap for cheddar if you prefer a sharper flavor.

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