Spicy Meatloaf Sandwich Recipe

Name: Spicy Meatloaf Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound grass-fed ground beef; 1 cup your favorite spicy salsa or Mexican tomato sauce; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 egg; 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 4 brioche rolls; Grilled pickled jalapenos; Bacon; Tomato slices; Cole slaw; Sriracha Mayo (equal parts mayonnaise and Sriracha and 1 squeeze of lime juice); Blue cheese; Pimento cheese; And we always top with green onions. We love the color and the crunch!

Servings: persons

1 pound grass-fed ground beef
1 cup your favorite spicy salsa or Mexican tomato sauce
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 egg
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons ketchup
4 brioche rolls
Grilled pickled jalapenos
Bacon
Tomato slices
Cole slaw
Sriracha Mayo (equal parts mayonnaise and Sriracha and 1 squeeze of lime juice)
Blue cheese
Pimento cheese
And we always top with green onions. We love the color and the crunch!

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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
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In a large mixing bowl, mix the beef, salsa, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire, salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, egg and jalapeno.
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Use your hands and mix well.
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Pat down into a loaf pan.
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Top with the ketchup, the remaining 1 tablespoon Worcestershire, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cayenne.
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Smooth over the top and bake until cooked through, about 1 hour.
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Remove from the oven and let cool for 30 minutes.
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Now this is where the recipe gets fun and you get to use your imagination!!!
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After the meatloaf cools, slice into 8 thin slices (use 2 slices for each sandwich).
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You can use any kind of bread.
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We use a brioche roll, but you can use a kaiser, country Italian or anything that will hold up a messy sandwich.
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Use some of our suggested toppings to perfect your meatloaf sandwich.
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Enjoy!
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Chef's Note: A great idea when having guests over is to let everyone build their own!
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Put all the toppings in the middle of the table and let your meatloaf imagination run wild!
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This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
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The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

396

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound grass-fed ground beef, 1 cup your favorite spicy salsa or Mexican tomato sauce, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Spicy Meatloaf Sandwich 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Meatloaf Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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