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Delicious Beefy Sloppy-Style Bowl topped with fresh ingredients.

Sloppy Joe Bowls

A delightful twist on the classic comfort food featuring roasted sweet potatoes and savory ground beef in a rich and tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the roasted sweet potatoes
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (cut into 1/2 inch cubes, about 3 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the beef mixture
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • Dill pickle slices
  • Sliced red onion

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425° F (220° C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Place the sweet potato cubes onto the sheet pan. Drizzle with the avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss until fully coated.
Roasting Sweet Potatoes
  1. Roast the sweet potatoes in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, tossing halfway through.
Cooking Beef Mixture
  1. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drizzle a little oil, then add the ground beef and diced onion.
  2. Cook until the beef is browned and onions are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the dried spices, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and honey. Stir to combine, then reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Divide the sloppy joe mixture into bowls along with the roasted sweet potatoes. Top with dill pickle slices and red onions or your choice of toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

Sweet Potato Variations: Feel free to swap out sweet potatoes for regular potatoes or other root vegetables if you prefer. For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños. For a healthier option, use ground turkey or chicken. For a vegan version, substitute ground beef with crumbled tempeh or lentils. The sloppy joe mixture can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.