Taco Joes

Taco joes are a yummy twist on everyone's favorite messy sandwich, the sloppy joes. Taco spice combined with the tangy flavors of a sloppy joe.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword sandwiches, taco recipes

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 164kcal

Author Kathleen

Heat vegetable oil (1 tablespoon) in a 12-inch skillet. Brown beef (1 pound) until there is no longer any pink. Remove cooked beef to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain skillet of all but 2 tablespoon oil.
Saute onion (1/4 cup) in pan drippings, over medium heat, until translucent. Return cooked beef to skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat and continue to simmer for 30 minutes. Scoop mixture out over hamburger buns and serve.

Ground Beef: I use 80/20. Leaner cuts have less flavor and can be a bit drier.
Onion: Yellow onions are my choice. You could also use a white onion which tends to be milder.
Taco Seasoning: Using prepackaged taco seasoning to make this quick and easy. I like to make it kid-friendly by using a mild version.
Salsa: I like mild salsa for this recipe. Again, keeping it kid-friendly!
Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a little richness and depth of flavor.
Apple Cider Vinegar: This adds the necessary little bit of tang and smidge of fruitiness.
Hamburger Buns: Any hamburger bun will work. I like brioche buns because they're rich and a little sweet. My husband likes to use onion buns. The kids like them all!
Brown Sugar: You can use either light or dark brown sugar.