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A classic Midwestern comfort food! Crumbly, savory ground beef is simmered until tender and piled high on a soft bun. It's a simple, satisfying sandwich that's a delicious alternative to a traditional burger.
Brown the Beef
Drain Fat and Sauté Onion
Simmer the Meat Mixture
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A classic Midwestern comfort food! Crumbly, savory ground beef is simmered until tender and piled high on a soft bun. It's a simple, satisfying sandwich that's a delicious alternative to a traditional burger.
This midwest recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 627.75 calories per serving with 51.7g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Assemble and Serve
For a delicious twist, place a slice of American or sharp cheddar cheese on top of the hot meat before adding the top bun. The cheese will melt into the crumbles.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce to the meat mixture along with the other seasonings for a spicy kick.
For a flavor closer to the famous Iowa original, add 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the meat mixture during the simmering step.
Ground beef is packed with high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle mass, and promoting a feeling of fullness.
This sandwich provides a significant amount of heme iron from the beef, a form of iron that is easily absorbed by the body. Iron is crucial for creating red blood cells and preventing anemia.
Beef is a natural source of several B vitamins, including B12, niacin (B3), and B6. These vitamins are vital for energy metabolism, brain function, and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
A Loose Meat Sandwich is savory and has a crumbly, semi-dry texture, seasoned with simple spices and beef broth. A Sloppy Joe is sweet and tangy, with a tomato-based sauce that makes it much wetter or 'sloppy'.
A single Loose Meat Sandwich, prepared according to this recipe, contains approximately 550-600 calories. This can vary based on the leanness of the beef and the type of bun used.
It can be part of a balanced diet. It's high in protein and iron. To make it healthier, you can use extra-lean ground beef (93/7), choose a whole wheat bun, and serve it with a side salad instead of fries.
Yes, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken. Since they are leaner, you may need to add a tablespoon of oil to brown them and use chicken broth instead of beef broth for the best flavor.
Store the cooked meat mixture separately from the buns in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the meat in a skillet over medium-low heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Assemble on fresh buns just before serving.
If the meat seems dry, you may have simmered it for too long or on too high a heat, causing all the moisture to evaporate. Next time, watch it closely and remove it from the heat when it's moist but not soupy. You can add a splash of beef broth when reheating to add moisture back.