Lentil Sloppy Joes – Lentils.org

Lentil Sloppy Joes

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June 28, 2022

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A warm, comforting classic, just sans the meat (not that you will miss it) - peppers, onions, garlic, lentils, and tomatoes all stewed together with brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire, and a touch of chili, served on a warm, soft bun.

  • Prep: 10 Minutes
  • Cook: 25 Minutes

  • 10 Minutes

    25 Minutes

    35 Minutes

  • Yields: 10
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Directions

  1. In a large skillet over medium to high heat, add oil and sauté bell pepper, onions, and garlic until fragrant and onion is translucent.
  2. Add lentils and tomato paste. Stir well to evenly coat and cook the tomato paste.
  3. Add ketchup, stock, sugar, mustard, chili, Worcestershire, and pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 10-15 minutes to heat through and allow sauce to thicken.
  4. Serve hot over toasted burger buns.

Ingredients

2 Tbsp (30 mL) olive oil

½ cup (125 mL) red bell pepper, minced

1 cup (250 mL) yellow onion, minced

2 Tbsp (30 mL) garlic, minced

2 lb (1 kg) whole red lentils, cooked

2 Tbsp (30 mL) tomato paste

1 cup (250 mL) ketchup

½ cup (125 mL) vegetable stock

1 Tbsp (15 mL) brown sugar

2 tsp (10 mL) Dijon mustard

1 tsp (5 mL) chili powder

2 tsp (10 mL) Worcestershire sauce

½ tsp (2 mL) black pepper, finely ground

10 burger buns, for serving

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 sloppy joe
Calories310
Sodium760 mg
Potassium433 mg
Protein13 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sugar14 g
Total Fat5 g
Saturated Fat1 g
Total Carbohydrates52 g
Dietary Fiber8 g