Curried Turkey Sloppy Joes with Cilantro Slaw & Pickled Onions

Tikka masala simmer sauce provides a vibrant twist on the kid classic. Spoon the saucy meat onto crusty rolls, top it with a crunchy, refreshing cilantro slaw, and set out plenty of napkins.

What You Get

Ground turkey (see note below) 

Tikka simmer sauce 

Cilantro 

Jalapeño pepper (optional) 

Shredded cabbage 

Lime 

Par-baked ciabatta rolls 

Pickled onions 

What You’ll Need

Olive oil

Salt and freshly ground pepper

Makes 4 servings 

Active Time: 20 minutes 

Total Time: 20 minutes 

Step 1

In a sauté pan over medium-high heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the turkey, using a wooden spoon to break up the larger chunks, and sauté until no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Stir in the tikka simmer sauce, turn down the heat to medium-low, and continue to cook until the flavors blend, 6 minutes longer. 

Step 2

Meanwhile, chop the cilantro, including some of the stems (you should have about ¾ cup). Finely chop half of the jalapeño, if you’d like a little heat. In a bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, half of the cilantro, and the jalapeño. Drizzle with the juice of the lime and 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. 

Step 3

When the sloppy joe mixture is ready, remove from the heat and fold in the remaining cilantro. Split the ciabatta rolls in half and toast them. 

Step 4

To build the sandwiches, place the rolls on plates, and pile with the sloppy joe mixture. Top with the cilantro slaw, sprinkle with a few pickled onions, and serve warm.

Note: The turkey may arrive frozen for freshness. Store it in the refrigerator to defrost before cooking. If you need to defrost it same day, place the sealed package in a bowl of cold water, and leave the tap running in a thin stream for about 30 minutes.