Instant Pot® Sloppy Joes

A combination of lean ground beef and apple cider vinegar makes this sloppy Joe recipe slightly sweet and slightly tart, made right there in your Instant Pot®. Enjoy!

• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 413 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup water
• 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup finely diced onion
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 8 hamburger buns
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 4 tablespoons butter, or as needed
• 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 1 cup finely diced red bell pepper
• 1 ½ teaspoons finely diced garlic
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste (Optional)
• 1 ½ cups crushed and strained tomatoes (such as Aurora®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 2

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and tip pot to coat the entire bottom. Add ground beef, onion, and red bell pepper. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook and stir until vegetables are soft and beef is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.

Step 3

Add garlic to the pot and cook another 30 seconds. Add vinegar. Stir in water, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, and red pepper flakes. Add crushed tomatoes and stir well.

Step 4

Close and lock the lid and close the vent. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 5

Meanwhile, toast hamburger buns and coat with butter.

Step 6

Serve on toasted buns.