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Korean BBQ Sloppy Joes

These Korean BBQ Sloppy Joes are a combination of a childhood classic and Korean BBQ! I loved Sloppy Joes as a kid and I also love Korean BBQ flavors! When combined they create this super yummy twist on a childhood classic!

Sloppy Joes were a staple in my household as a child. They were quick, easy, and could feed everyone. Of course, I still love them but I wanted to combine the nostalgia with all of the flavors that I love from Korean BBQ. These Korean BBQ Sloppy Joes are delicious because they combine the juicy and traditional flavor of a sloppy Joe with the sweet and spicy savor of Korean BBQ sauce.

When it comes to the type of bread you use for a sloppy joe, I like to use just normal hamburger buns for my family. However, you can get as fancy or as simple as you’d like. This would also be great with a brioche bun or even just plain ol’ sandwich bread.

What you need for Korean BBQ Sloppy Joes

Serves 4-6 People

  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1/4 cup Korean BBQ Sauce
  • 1/4 Cup Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
  • Buns of your choice (I like using hamburger buns but you could use brioche or even plain ol’ bread)

Optional Toppings

  • Kimchi
  • Green Onions

Instructions

  1. Brown your hamburger over medium-high heat.
  2. Add Korean BBQ Sauce, Ketchup, Salt, Onion Powder, Mustard, Worcestershire Sauce and Brown sugar and stir together over medium-high heat until the sauce begins to caramelize.
  3. Once the sauce begins to caramelize, serve on a bun of your choice with green onions and Kimchi.

Here are some more Korean BBQ inspired recipes:

Korean American Fusion Bowl with Japchae

Korean BBQ Pork Roast

korean barbecue pork

korean glass noodles with fresh cabbage

Print Recipe
5 from 1 vote

Korean BBQ Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes meet Korean BBQ!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Dinner
Keyword: 30 minute, Beef, Dinner, Easy Recipes, Hamburger, Meat, Weekend Dinner, Weeknight Dinner
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Ground Beef
  • 1/4 cup Korean BBQ Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
  • Buns of your choice (I like using hamburger buns but you could use brioche or even plain ol' bread)

Instructions

  • 1. Brown your hamburger over medium-high heat
    2. Add Korean BBQ Sauce, Ketchup, Salt, Onion Powder, Mustard, Worcestershire Sauce and Brown sugar and stir together over medium-high heat until the sauce begins to caramelize.
    3 Once the sauce is caramelized, serve on a bun of your choice with green onions and Kimchi.