Dr. Pepper Barbecue Sloppy Joes
Dr. Pepper Barbecue Sloppy Joes combine the sweetness of Dr. Pepper with smoky BBQ flavors for a juicy, bold twist on a classic sandwich
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Wooden spoon/spatula
- measuring cups/spoons
- Knife & cutting board
- Mixing bowl (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil if needed
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup Dr. Pepper soda
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder optional for heat
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 4 –6 hamburger buns toasted
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles shredded cheese, coleslaw
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in Dr. Pepper, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Spoon mixture onto toasted hamburger buns.
- Add optional toppings like pickles, cheese, or coleslaw. Serve hot
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx. 1 sandwich without toppings):
- Calories: 410
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 18g