Red Curry Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Red Curry Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 large shallot, minced (about 1/2 cup); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 to 3 tbsp. red curry paste*; 1 pound ground beef; About 1/4 tsp. kosher salt; 1 cup coconut milk*; 2 to 3 tsp. sugar; 2 cups shredded cabbage; 3 green onions, sliced white and light green parts only; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon plus 2 tsp. lime juice; Pepper; 4 kaiser rolls, split and toasted

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 large shallot, minced (about 1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 to 3 tbsp. red curry paste*
1 pound ground beef
About 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1 cup coconut milk*
2 to 3 tsp. sugar
2 cups shredded cabbage
3 green onions, sliced white and light green parts only
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon plus 2 tsp. lime juice
Pepper
4 kaiser rolls, split and toasted

1
Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic and cook, stirring, until shallot begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in red curry paste and cook, stirring, 45 seconds. Add beef and salt, breaking beef into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is just cooked through, about 5 minutes.
2
Add coconut milk and sugar, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until most of liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Meanwhile, make slaw: In a medium bowl, combine cabbage, green onions, cilantro, remaining 2 tbsp. oil, and 1 tbsp. lime juice. Toss to coat, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
4
Remove beef from heat and stir in remaining 2 tsp. lime juice. Make sandwiches with beef mixture and slaw.
5
*Find in the Asian aisle of most grocery stores.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 1 large shallot, minced (about 1/2 cup), 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 to 3 tbsp. red curry paste*, and more.

Yes, Red Curry Sloppy Joes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Red Curry Sloppy Joes

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