Overview
This episode features Chef Greg and Ali Smith demonstrating two versions of a “Sloppy Greg” sandwich—one classic with turkey, the other a vegan alternative. They discuss recipe steps, ingredient choices, and personal preferences, with practical tips for both versions.
Sloppy Greg Versions
- Two recipes are featured: a meat-based (lean ground turkey) and a vegan (plant-based ground meat) sloppy sandwich.
- Both versions use one pound of their respective “meat” as the base ingredient.
- Greg prefers the taste of the vegan version, while Ali demonstrates the traditional meat version.
Cooking Process
- Heat pan to medium and cook the ground meat or vegan meat.
- Prepare and add onions, garlic, mushrooms, and peppers.
- For the vegan recipe: add tomato sauce, ketchup, and tomato paste.
- For the meat recipe: add tomato sauce, guar gum (as a thickener), and sloppy joe seasoning.
- Stir and mix thoroughly after adding sauces and seasonings.
- Simmer mixture on low: vegan version for 10 minutes, meat version as desired for thickness.
Tips and Variations
- Adjust thickness by simmering longer or adding more sauce/water; guar gum will thicken the mixture over time.
- Bread selection: regular or lightly toasted bread according to personal preference.
- Portion the filling using a leveled-off three-quarters cup per sandwich for calories accuracy.
- Optional additions: protein squares or cheese can be included for extra protein and flavor.
- No-sugar-added ketchup is used to reduce calories.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a sandwich, with rice crackers and cheese, in wraps, or eat the mixture directly with a spoon.
- Each serving is approximately 450 calories and over 30 grams of protein.
- Can adjust serving size based on appetite.
Promotional Information
- Chef Greg promotes his cookbooks and coaching programs available at gregoryset.com.
Decisions
- Both classic and vegan versions will be demonstrated and taste-tested.
Action Items
- TBD – Viewers: Try the recipe at home with their preferred ingredients.
- TBD – Interested viewers: Visit gregoryset.com for cookbooks and coaching programs.