Copycat Manwich Recipe
This Copycat Manwich Recipe features ground beef, tomato sauce, ketchup, and a blend of spices, delivering a rich and savory homemade sloppy joe sauce perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon celery seed
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
- Toasted hamburger buns for serving (or gluten-free buns if preferred)
Instructions
Prepare the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Once fully browned, drain any excess fat from the pan.
Add the Sauce Ingredients:
- To the cooked ground beef, add the tomato sauce, ketchup, dried onion flakes, chopped green pepper, salt, minced garlic, celery seed, chili powder, and mustard. Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Simmer the Mixture:
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Serve:
- Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the prepared Manwich mixture on toasted hamburger buns, or gluten-free buns if preferred. Garnish with your choice of condiments, such as cheese slices, pickles, or additional mustard.
Notes
To prepare this Copycat Manwich Recipe as gluten-free, ensure the following substitutions are made:
- Use gluten-free buns in place of traditional hamburger buns. There are many high-quality gluten-free bun options available at most supermarkets.
- Verify the ketchup and mustard are gluten-free, as some brands may contain additives or thickeners with gluten. Opt for brands clearly labeled gluten-free.
- Check the tomato sauce for any added starches or flavorings that may contain gluten. A simple, plain tomato sauce with minimal ingredients is recommended.
- Optional: If substituting ground turkey or plant-based protein, confirm those products are gluten-free as well.