Ground beef browned right in the pot forms the hearty base here, simmered with onion, bell pepper, and garlic until everything turns soft and deeply savory. Tomato sauce and tomato paste build a rich, thick sauce, while Worcestershire, mustard, chili powder, and smoked paprika layer in that classic tangy, smoky flavor sloppy joes are known for. The pressure cooker does the heavy lifting, locking in flavor fast, then a quick simmer at the end thickens everything into a scoopable, saucy filling that mounds perfectly on a spoon. Piled onto soft hamburger buns, this comes together in well under an hour with almost no hands-on fuss. It's a solid pick for anyone watching added sugar, since the whole thing is built from real, straightforward pantry staples rather than anything overly processed.
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Set the Instant Pot to Sauté (Normal). Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains and the meat is browned in spots, about 7–8 minutes. Tilt the pot and spoon off all but about 1 tbsp of the rendered fat.
Add the onion and bell pepper to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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