Texas Pulled-Beef Chili Sloppy Joes Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
• STEP 2.Add the pulled beef to the pot and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
• STEP 4.Pour the sauce mixture over the beef in the pot and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 1-2 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
• STEP 5.Once the beef is cooked, use two forks to shred it into smaller pieces. Continue cooking for another 15-20 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
• STEP 6.To serve, toast the buns and spoon the pulled-beef chili mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with coleslaw, if desired, and cover with the top half of the bun. Serve hot.

Cooking Tips

• For the pulled beef, you can use leftover cooked beef or cook a beef roast in a slow cooker until it's tender and easily shredded.
• Adjust the amount of hot sauce and chili powder according to your spice preference.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the pot during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pulled-beef chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chili in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until heated through.
• Serve the leftover chili on toasted buns or use it as a topping for baked potatoes or nachos.