Bison Sloppy Joes
When it comes to easy dinner nights, nothing is simpler than the classic sloppy joe! If you’ve ever wanted to try bison but aren’t sure where to start, this is a great recipe to begin with. It combines the familiar flavor of sloppy joes with lean, protein-packed bison.
Bison makes a great base for sloppy joes—not only is the lower fat content a health-conscious choice, but the lower grease content also helps the meat bind better with the tomato-based sauce, resulting in an even more flavorful sandwich.
Whether you simmer or slow cook, these sloppy joes are sure to become a staple in your weeknight routine.
Bison Sloppy Joes
Ingredients
- 16 oz Great Range Premium Ground Bison
- 1 cup sweet onion - finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic - minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- sesame buns - for serving
Instructions
Slow Cooker Method:
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Start by browning the bison meat in a skillet over medium-high heat. When there is still a tiny bit of pink in the skillet, add the onion and garlic. Continue to stir until the onions begin to soften and the garlic becomes fragrant, about 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
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Transfer the browned meat to a slow cooker pot. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, chili powder, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, tomato sauce, and ketchup. Stir well to combine.
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Cook the sloppy joe filling for 3-4 hours on low, or 1-2 hours on high. Stir occasionally. Serve the hot sloppy joe filling on toasted sesame buns. Enjoy!
Alternative Stovetop Cooking Method:
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Start by browning the bison meat in a skillet over medium-high heat. When there is still a tiny bit of pink in the skillet, add the onion and garlic. Continue to stir until the onions begin to soften and the garlic becomes fragrant, about 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, chili powder, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, tomato sauce, and ketchup. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer the sloppy joe filling until thickened, about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally. Serve on toasted sesame buns. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
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