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Delicious Hawaiian Sloppy Joes with pineapple and beef served on a bun

Sweet Hawaiian Sloppy Joes with Pineapple and Beef

A fun twist on the classic sandwich, combining savory ground beef and sweet pineapple for a delicious and unique meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 500 g ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tbsp oil For cooking
  • 1 100 g onion, chopped Adds flavor
  • 150 g crushed pineapple, drained Make sure to drain well
  • 200 ml tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to enhance the flavor.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
  5. Add the drained crushed pineapple to the pan. Stir and let the mixture cook for a few more minutes.
  6. Let it simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until the sauce thickens and all the flavors meld together.
  7. Serve the sweet Hawaiian sloppy joes on fresh buns.

Notes

For an extra touch, you can add some slices of fresh pineapple or a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top. Pairs well with coleslaw, potato chips, or a simple salad.