Description
A delicious and quick Asian-inspired Sloppy Joe skillet perfect for weeknight meals, featuring a savory ground beef mixture with a tangy slaw topping and optional sweet potato serving. This recipe combines bold flavors like coconut aminos and ginger with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Slaw Mix
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste or nomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (optional)
Garnish and Serving
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
- 2 medium baked Japanese sweet potatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Slaw Preparation: In a small bowl, combine the coleslaw mix with avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos. Mix thoroughly and season to taste. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Beef Mixture Preparation: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and ground beef along with sea salt. Sauté for approximately 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and onions are softened.
- Add Spices and Simmer: Sprinkle the garlic powder and ginger powder over the browned beef mixture. Stir well to combine. Then incorporate the tomato paste, coconut aminos, and water. Stir to mix the sauce evenly. Add apple cider vinegar and coconut sugar if using, and simmer the mixture gently for 6-8 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finishing Touches and Serving: Remove the skillet from heat. Top the beef mixture with chopped green onions and the prepared slaw. Serve the Asian Sloppy Joe mixture inside baked Japanese sweet potatoes for a hearty meal, or enjoy on its own as a satisfying skillet dish.
Notes
- You can omit the coconut sugar if you prefer a less sweet dish.
- Using baked Japanese sweet potatoes as a serving base adds natural sweetness and extra nutrients.
- Adjust the amount of water to reach your preferred sauce consistency.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the coconut aminos are certified gluten-free.
- This recipe can be made dairy-free and is suitable for Paleo and Whole30 with minor ingredient checks.
