Sloppy Veg-Head Joe Recipe

Name: Sloppy Veg-Head Joe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil; 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped; 1 red, green, or yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 red onion, chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, chopped; 1 (21-ounce) can black beans,drained and rinsed; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; Salt and pepper; 1 (15-ounce) can diced fireroasted or chunky-style crushed tomatoes; 1 rounded tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (see Note) or vinegar, any kind; 1 lime; 4 crusty rolls, split and lightly toasted; 2 large dill pickles, chopped; A handful of fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 red, green, or yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 (21-ounce) can black beans,drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Salt and pepper
1 (15-ounce) can diced fireroasted or chunky-style crushed tomatoes
1 rounded tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (see Note) or vinegar, any kind
1 lime
4 crusty rolls, split and lightly toasted
2 large dill pickles, chopped
A handful of fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

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Over the last several years I've probably typed up and taught dozens of takes on the American classic, good ole sloppy Joes.
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I am stupefied that it took me this long to come up with a meat-free buddy.
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Here ya go, meet Sloppy Veg-head Joe.
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Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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To the hot oil, add the jalapenos, bell peppers, onions, and garlic and cook until tender, 7 to 8 minutes.
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Fold in the black beans, cumin, and coriander and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Stir in the tomatoes, brown sugar, and Worcestershire or vinegar and simmer the mixture for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
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Squeeze the lime juice into the pan and stir.
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Serve the joe mixture on buns with chopped pickles and cilantro to top and a couple of chips or a green salad alongside.
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Note Worcestershire sauce contains everything but the kitchen sink, including anchovies.
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I love it, but if you follow a strict vegetarian diet you might prefer to substitute vinegar.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil, 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped, 1 red, green, or yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 red onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sloppy Veg-Head Joe falls under the General 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.

Sloppy Veg-Head Joe

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