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Sweet Potato Sloppy Joe Boats Recipe

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These Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes are a delicious twist on the classic sandwich, combining tender roasted sweet potatoes with a savory and tangy ground turkey Sloppy Joe filling. Packed with vegetables and flavorful spices, this recipe offers a healthy, hearty meal perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Sloppy Joe Filling

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • ½ medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 small carrot, finely diced
  • 4 ounces mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup water

Toppings (Optional)

  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup sliced pickles
  • ¼ cup pickled red onions
  • Shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Scrub the sweet potatoes clean and pat them dry. Pierce each potato several times with a fork, then rub lightly with olive oil, salt, and pepper to season the skin.
  3. Bake Sweet Potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 40–45 minutes until they are very tender when pierced with a knife, ensuring a soft inside for stuffing.
  4. Cook Turkey: While the sweet potatoes bake, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned and cooked through.
  5. Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely diced onion, red bell pepper, carrot, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables soften and the turkey is fully cooked.
  6. Add Garlic and Tomato Paste: Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for about 1 minute to combine flavors and deepen the sauce.
  7. Mix in Sauces and Spices: Add tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and water. Stir well until combined.
  8. Simmer Filling: Reduce heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the meat and vegetables.
  9. Prepare Sweet Potatoes for Filling: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let cool for 2–3 minutes. Cut a deep slit lengthwise down each potato and gently open them.
  10. Stuff Sweet Potatoes: Fluff the insides of each sweet potato with a fork to create a soft base, then spoon approximately ¾ cup of the Sloppy Joe mixture over each potato.
  11. Add Toppings and Serve: Top with sliced green onions, pickles, pickled red onions, and shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground beef or plant-based meat alternatives if preferred.
  • For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the Sloppy Joe mixture.
  • Leftover filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for another meal.
  • Pickled red onions add a tangy flavor but are optional if unavailable.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/sweet-potato-sloppy-joe-boats-recipe/