Peanut Butter and Jelly Joes (Print-Friendly Version)
Ground beef, jam, BBQ, and creamy peanut sauce come together for a fun, flavorful sandwich adventure.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meat and Vegetables
01 -
450 g lean ground beef
02 -
1 cup (about 150 g) diced yellow onion
→ Sauce Base
03 -
240 ml strawberry jam
04 -
120 ml Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Peanut Butter Sauce
07 -
240 ml coconut milk
08 -
120 g smooth peanut butter
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120 ml Thai sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
→ Serving
11 -
4 brioche buns
# How to Make It:
01 -
Place ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break meat apart and add diced onion. Sauté, stirring frequently, until beef is fully browned and onion is soft.
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Carefully drain rendered fat from the skillet, ensuring no excess grease remains.
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Add strawberry jam, BBQ sauce, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to blend flavors and coat the meat.
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Allow meat and sauce to simmer over medium heat for approximately 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
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In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk, smooth peanut butter, and Thai sweet chili sauce over low heat. Stir regularly to prevent scorching.
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Incorporate soy sauce and continue to stir until peanut butter is fully melted and sauce consistency is smooth.
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Spoon the simmered beef mixture onto brioche buns. Generously drizzle with prepared peanut butter sauce.
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Serve immediately, ensuring sandwiches remain warm and moist.
# Extra Information:
01 -
For optimal texture, lightly toast the brioche buns before filling.