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Taco Sloppy Joes

These Taco Sloppy Joes come together fast with ground turkey or beef, taco-style seasonings, and your favorite salsa. Serve on toasted buns with cheese, sour cream, or any of your favorite taco toppings for an easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 354kcal
Author: Keri

Ingredients

For the taco flavored meat

  • 1 pound Ground Turkey ground beef can also be used
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil only if using ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Salsa

For the toppings

  • Grated Cheese
  • Sour Cream
  • 4 Hamburger Buns

Instructions

How to make Taco Sloppy Joes

  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Drizzle with olive oil if using ground turkey.
    1 tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 pound Ground Turkey
  • Start to cook and crumble the meat. When using ground turkey, I like to add the seasoning while the meat is still a little bit pink.
    1 teaspoon Garlic Powder, 1 teaspoon Onion Powder, ½ teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • If using ground beef, drain the excess fat from the pan when the meat has cooked. Add the seasonings and stir.
  • Next, stir in the salsa.
    1 cup Salsa
  • Stir until well mixed and the the sloppy joe meat is heated through. This may take an extra few minutes if you are using a package of taco seasoning.
  • Toast hamburger buns if you wish.
    4 Hamburger Buns
  • Put some of the meat mixture on a bun, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy!
    Grated Cheese, Sour Cream

Notes

 
If using ground turkey, add a drizzle of olive oil to the pan before cooking. If using ground beef, remember to drain the excess fat from the pan before adding the rest of the ingredients.
For an extra burst of flavor, you can use a package of taco seasoning. You will need to add about ¼ - ½ cup of water with taco seasoning.
Use your favorite type of salsa. I like to use a chunky salsa, but use your favorite brand and type. Thin, thick, mild, or hot.
For a bit more kick, add in a small can of diced green chiles.
Optional Toppings - Shredded lettuce, tomato, avocado, whatever you like on a taco.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1207mg | Potassium: 594mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 3mg