Description
Elevate your summer cookouts with Traditional Hot Dog Chili Sauce, a rich and flavorful topping that’s sure to be the star of your next gathering. This savory sauce combines ground beef with a harmonious blend of spices, creating a deliciously hearty mix that transforms ordinary hot dogs into an extraordinary experience. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this easy-to-make chili sauce will have everyone coming back for seconds. Versatile enough to be used on nachos or baked potatoes, it’s the perfect solution for any meal or gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean)
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp dark chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 3 cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in salt, black pepper, brown sugar, dark chili powder, cumin, and red chili flakes.
- Mix in tomato paste and water; add bay leaf along with garlic powder and onion powder.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in apple cider vinegar before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg