Korean Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders (Printable)

Sweet and spicy ground turkey on soft buns with crunchy slaw, perfect Korean-inspired party bites.

# What You Need:

→ Turkey Filling

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
06 - 1/4 cup gochujang
07 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
09 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Crunchy Slaw

13 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
14 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
15 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
16 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
17 - 1 teaspoon honey
18 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Assembly

20 - 8 slider buns
21 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional for garnish

# How-To:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, rice vinegar, honey, sesame seeds, salt, and pepper. Toss with shredded cabbage and carrots. Refrigerate until ready to use.
02 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
04 - Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Stir in green onions and remove from heat.
05 - Toast slider buns lightly if desired. Spoon a generous amount of turkey mixture onto each bun bottom, top with crunchy slaw, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and cover with bun tops.
06 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unique Flavor Fusion: A perfect balance of savory gochujang, sweet brown sugar, and tangy rice vinegar.
  • Texture Contrast: The juicy turkey filling pairs beautifully with the crisp, chilled cabbage slaw.
  • Quick and Easy: A complete, dairy-free meal that goes from prep to table in just 40 minutes.
02 -
  • Keep the slaw refrigerated until the very last moment to maintain its maximum crunch.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to ensure the savory sauce doesn't become overly salty during the simmering process.
  • Garnish with fresh green onions and extra toasted sesame seeds for a beautiful, restaurant-style presentation.
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