Description
These Thai Sloppy Joe Sliders are a flavorful twist on the classic American sloppy joe, combining savory ground beef with tangy hoisin sauce, garlic, and a hint of heat from sriracha. Served on sweet Hawaiian slider buns with crunchy broccoli slaw and a sprinkle of peanuts, they make a perfect appetizer or fun meal that’s quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 2 green onions, sliced
Assembly
- 8 sweet Hawaiian slider buns
- 1 cup broccoli slaw
- 1 tablespoon peanuts, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the sesame oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Sauce Ingredients. Stir in the ketchup, hoisin sauce, water, low sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sriracha. Mix well to combine all ingredients completely, ensuring the beef is coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Simmer the Mixture. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the beef mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 7-8 minutes until it thickens slightly and flavors meld together.
- Prepare the Slider Buns. While the beef simmers, lightly toast the Hawaiian slider buns until warm and slightly crispy on the edges to add a nice texture contrast.
- Assemble the Sliders. Spoon the Thai sloppy joe mixture generously onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Top each with some fresh broccoli slaw followed by a sprinkle of chopped peanuts and sliced green onions for crunch and extra flavor.
- Serve. Place the top halves of the buns on the sliders and serve immediately while warm, enjoying the delicious fusion of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
Notes
- To add extra heat, increase the amount of sriracha or add fresh chopped chili peppers.
- For a lower-fat option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Broccoli slaw adds a fresh crunch, but you can substitute with coleslaw or shredded cabbage if preferred.
- If you want the sliders less sweet, reduce the hoisin sauce slightly.
- These sliders are best served fresh but can be reheated gently in a skillet or microwave.
