Easy Hawaiian Sloppy Joes
These Easy Hawaiian Sloppy Joes bring a delicious tropical twist to a classic comfort food, made quick in your Instant Pot. Perfect for a fast and flavorful weeknight dinner!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 can crushed pineapple 20-ounce, drained (reserve the juice for the sauce)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice from the canned pineapple
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
- Buns or rolls for serving
Instructions
- Start by browning your ground beef in the Instant Pot using the Saute setting, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess grease for a healthier meal and press Cancel.
- Stir in the vibrant diced red bell pepper and the sweet crushed pineapple with the beef in the pot.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and garlic powder until beautifully combined.
- Pour this delicious sauce over the beef and pineapple mixture in the Instant Pot, giving everything a good stir to combine.
- Secure the lid, set the venting knob to the Sealing position, and cook on High Pressure for just 2 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick pressure release.
- Carefully remove the lid. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in the optional cornstarch slurry and let it simmer for a couple of minutes until it reaches your desired consistency. Spoon this tropical goodness onto your favorite whole wheat buns or even crisp lettuce wraps for a lighter option!
Notes
This recipe is an Instant Pot delight, offering a healthy and quick dinner option. Serve on whole wheat buns or lettuce wraps.
Nutrition Information (per serving): Calories: 374, Total Carbs: 40g, Net Carbs: 38g, Fats: 14g, Protein: 23g.
