Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds lean ground turkey or turkey breast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 Fresno chile peppers or 1 Anaheim pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 sweet bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika or smoked sweet paprika
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
- Small handful cilantro leaves, finely chopped or 1/2 a palmful ground coriander
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 8 rolls, soft or crusty, split
- Chopped scallions, for garnish
- Chopped pickles, for garnish
- Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish
Directions
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil ripples and is hot, add the meat and brown. Add the onions, chile, bell pepper, garlic and salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the paprika, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme and cilantro. Stir occasionally for 8 to 10 minutes.
In a small bowl combine the vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, and tomato sauce. Stir the sauce into the turkey mixture. Simmer for a few minutes, then serve on rolls with a garnish of scallions, chopped pickles, and chopped cilantro.
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By kterry0819
Memphis, TN
on March 24, 2013
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Great recipe! Served with sweet potatoe fries and crusty buns. Fed four hungrey men with a little left for mom. I am a huge fan of smokey paprika so I enjoyed the spice mix. Took a little long than 30 minutes for all of the veggies to get tender. Highly recommend with no variation.
By marmst23
Northern Virginia
on November 13, 2012
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These were absolutely delicious! My boyfriend said that they were the best sloppy joes that he has ever had!! Will definitely keep this recipe around.
By kristenwinkle
Garner, NC
on February 04, 2012
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I love these!! The spice combination is fantastic.
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