Patriotic Bombay Sloppy Joes on Low-Carb Buns
Bold, spiced sloppy joes made with ground meat, warm Indian-inspired spices, coconut milk, and crunchy toasted pistachios, served on low-carb buns for a healthier festive twist.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Sauce Base
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (for pistachios)
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (for sauce)
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) sugar-free tomato sauce
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes to taste
- 1 tsp garam masala or curry powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Meat Mixture
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (for meat)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/3 cup white onion, finely diced
- 1 lb ground turkey, beef, or pork
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (meat)
- 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Toast pistachios in avocado oil over medium-low heat until golden, then set aside.
- Sauté ginger and garlic, then add tomato sauce, water, spices, and simmer.
- Cook onion with cumin seeds, then brown ground meat until fully cooked.
- Combine meat with sauce and simmer until thickened.
- Finish with coconut milk, apple cider vinegar, pistachios, and cilantro.
- Serve warm on low-carb buns and enjoy.
Notes
A flavorful fusion twist on classic sloppy joes with a spicy, nutty, and creamy profile.
