Sloppy Joes with Sweet Potato Fries

A classic American comfort food featuring savory, saucy ground beef served on a soft bun, paired with crispy and naturally sweet oven-baked sweet potato fries. A fun, family-friendly meal!

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Ingredients:

For the Sloppy Joes:

• 500g ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 200ml tomato sauce

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp mustard

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 4 hamburger buns

For the Sweet Potato Fries:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sweet Potato Fries
   Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
2. Cook the Sloppy Joe Filling
   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the Sauce
   Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
4. Assemble the Sloppy Joes
   Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Spoon a generous amount of the meat mixture onto the bottom half of each bun and top with the other half.
5. Serve
   Plate each Sloppy Joe with a side of crispy sweet potato fries. Optional: serve with pickles or coleslaw on the side.

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Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 620 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 58 g

• Fat: 28 g

• Protein: 32 g