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Beef Chorizo and Beer Sloppy Joes

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By: The Chunky Chefpublished: 04/13/2016

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These aren’t the usual sloppy joes… made with beef, spicy chorizo, jalapeno and beer, they’re an adult version of everyone’s favorite childhood sandwich!

Once you try these sloppy joes, you’ll never want that canned stuff again!  A few twists elevate this sandwich from regular to gourmet!

Beef Beer and Chorizo Sloppy Joes | These aren't the usual sloppy joes... made with beef, spicy chorizo, jalapeno and beer, they're an adult version of everyone's favorite childhood sandwich! | http://thechunkychef.comI love sloppy joes, of all kinds, so I’ve been on a mission for a while now to find one that would appeal to everyone’s tastes.  My husband doesn’t like things sweet, at all, and traditional sloppy joes are too sweet for him.  Well I finally found a recipe that works!  It involves some spice, and some beer… right up my husband’s alley!

Beef Beer and Chorizo Sloppy Joes | These aren't the usual sloppy joes... made with beef, spicy chorizo, jalapeno and beer, they're an adult version of everyone's favorite childhood sandwich! | http://thechunkychef.com

I’ve mentioned before that I’m a spiciness wimp… and to some degree I still am… but I think I’m building up my tolerance!  Woohoo!!  I find myself craving spicy foods now, where before I would shy away from them.  So even to my semi-newbie palate, these aren’t all that spicy.  There’s a hint of it, and the more you eat, the more that hint builds up… but it’s not light your mouth on fire hot, I promise you.

Granted, I garnished these with fresh jalapeno slices, which does make things spicy, but you could totally leave those off.  Feel free to serve these sloppy joes up on your favorite buns as well, I just chose the pretzel buns because I had them on hand 🙂  Plus, I’m pretty sure I have a complete obsession with pretzel buns… I mean look here and here for proof!

Beef Beer and Chorizo Sloppy Joes | These aren't the usual sloppy joes... made with beef, spicy chorizo, jalapeno and beer, they're an adult version of everyone's favorite childhood sandwich! | http://thechunkychef.com

I also like to get crazy and make some loaded sloppy Joe fries!  I took some crispy fries, added cheese on top and broiled them until the cheese was melted.  Then I smothered them with a few big spoonfuls of sloppy Joe mixture and topped that with some cilantro and jalapeno.  OMG you guys… it’s like heaven!!  Try it this way, I know you’ll love it!

If you’re looking for a way to spice up your usual dinner routine, these sloppy joes are a great way to do it!

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @the_chunky_chef on Facebook and Instagram!

Beef Chorizo and Beer Sloppy Joes

5 from 2 votes
Author: The Chunky Chef
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 23 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
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These aren't the usual sloppy joes... made with beef, spicy chorizo, jalapeno and beer, they're an adult version of everyone's favorite childhood sandwich!

Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb ground beef
  • 3/4 lb ground chorizo
  • 1/2 large white or yellow onion diced
  • 1 jalalpeno seeded and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cup beer I used Guinness Blonde
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Couple dashes of hot sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • Olive oil
  • Pretzel buns toasted, or your favorite buns

Instructions

  • To a dutch oven or stockpot, add butter and a drizzle of olive oil and heat over MED-HIGH heat. Add beef and chorizo and brown, crumbling with a wooden spoon or potato masher.
  • Drain meat mixture.
  • Return meat to pot and add onion and jalapeno. Reduce heat to MED and saute for 2 minutes, until onion and jalapeno soften. Add garlic and saute another minute.
  • Pour in beer and use wooden spoon to scrape bottom of the pan to deglaze. Let beer cook 30 seconds or so.
  • Add ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, mustard powder, red pepper, hot sauce and salt and pepper. Stir to combine well and bring to a bubble.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Add additional beer or water if mixture looks like it's reducing too quickly.
  • Serve over toasted buns or crispy french fries.

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Chef Tips

1. Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce if desired.
2. Recipe adapted from The Pioneer Woman

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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  1. Amy says

    Posted on 10/5 at 11:33 pm

    This recipe is AMAZING! Simple dish that is so, so elevated! It’s always requested by friends and family!

    Reply
  2. Ryann says

    Posted on 5/23 at 10:08 pm

    We’re not Guinness drinkers. Could an IPA work? Or what would you suggest other than Guinness? Hubby really doesn’t like it and I don’t drink. Thank you!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 5/24 at 11:00 am

      I’ve not tested this with an IPA, but a good replacement for the Guinness blonde would be a lager or amber beer 🙂

      Reply
  3. DeanaG says

    Posted on 2/21 at 12:58 pm

    If one cannot get Guiness Blonde, would any blonde beer work here?

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 2/21 at 1:28 pm

      Yes, just use your favorite 🙂

      Reply
  4. Dale C Walker says

    Posted on 2/9 at 7:40 pm

    what kind of Chorizo do you use?

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 2/9 at 8:14 pm

      My store only carries Cacique and Johnsonville, and they’re both excellent in this recipe 🙂

      Reply
  5. Susan says

    Posted on 9/21 at 1:29 pm

    Excellent recipe! Outstanding ingredients on a pretzel bun!
    Delish

    Reply
  6. Jill says

    Posted on 2/12 at 9:29 pm

    Soooooo yummy! Put it on pretzel buns. Next time over fries! I used half the amount of chili powder as I didn’t want it too spicy and it was perfect

    Reply
    • Amy says

      Posted on 10/5 at 11:37 pm

      You just gave me a great idea! I have a ton of potatoes to use up!! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  7. SHANA CHAMBERS says

    Posted on 12/4 at 7:57 pm

    Dee-licious!! I couldn’t really taste the beer part but the chorizo and ground beef? The Denver Broncos just sign 505 Chile as the “go to” food for mile high stadium….green Chile fries…etc. THIS needs to be the “go to” for Coors Field (Monfort BEEF??) or something…comfort beef?? Chorizo??

    I made it as sloppy Joes but the fries?? Scrumptious!!

    Reply
  8. Teri Giese says

    Posted on 4/17 at 3:39 pm

    Girl,your recipes!Have been pinning and printing and cooking them!Yummy stuff!Thanks for so many carnivore treats to devour!Ooo,sounds like a good name for a Pinterest board! ?

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 4/18 at 10:52 pm

      Hi Teri! 🙂 Thank you so much for your kind words! Lol that does sound like a great name for a board 😉

      Reply
  9. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    Posted on 4/16 at 1:02 am

    Oh man I LOVE this. I agree that homemade sloppy joes are much better. I haven’t had the canned variety since I was a little girl but I’ve been making my own for a few years now and love it. I never thought to try a chorizo one but they sound amazing!

    Reply
  10. Allison - Celebrating Sweets says

    Posted on 4/14 at 11:01 pm

    Ok, these sandwiches look seriously amazing. And the sloppy joe fries?!??! Gah! Drooling!

    Reply
  11. Joanie @ ZagLeft says

    Posted on 4/14 at 5:22 pm

    Sloppy Joe Fries – brilliant idea! Seriously, these sloppy joes look incredible, the sloppier the better!

    Reply
  12. Karly Campbell says

    Posted on 4/14 at 3:19 pm

    You never fail to do two things: crack me up and make me drool uncontrollably. These look SO good!

    Reply
  13. Laura / I Heart Naptime says

    Posted on 4/14 at 1:17 pm

    I love sloppy joes, and this looks like a fantastic spicy twist! Yum!

    Reply
  14. Sabrina says

    Posted on 4/14 at 2:10 am

    This is an excellent twist on the tired old sloppy joe recipe! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Roxana says

    Posted on 4/13 at 5:04 pm

    OMG! Sloppy Joe Fries! So much YES! I love the Chorizo and Jalapeño too!

    Reply
  16. Meg @ With Salt and Wit says

    Posted on 4/13 at 1:48 pm

    I love the use of chorizo! The sloppier the sloppy joe the better!

    Reply
  17. Betsy | The JavaCupcake Blog says

    Posted on 4/13 at 9:57 am

    omg…. this look so good!! my family loves sloppy joes and this is a great alternative to the canned stuff!! pinning!

    Reply

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