Brisket Sloppy Joes

  • 4

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chopped Slow-Cooked Brisket in Onion Gravy
  • 2 cups Onion Gravy from brisket, or more if desired
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 whole-wheat or onion buns, split and warmed

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add bell pepper and jalapeño (if using) and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, chili powder and salt and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add brisket, gravy, molasses and brown sugar; stir well. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Serve on warm buns.