Coney Island Chili Sauce for Hot Dogs

Transform your hot dog game with this savory, tangy, and perfectly spiced Coney Island Chili Sauce! This homemade hot dog chili recipe is a nostalgic nod to classic American comfort food, featuring rich, meaty flavors infused with aromatic garlic, diced onions, and a harmonious blend of chili powder, paprika, and cumin. Simmered to perfection with tomato paste, ketchup, mustard, and a splash of vinegar, this thick and velvety sauce clings to every bite, elevating your hot dog to diner-level deliciousness. Easy to make in just 40 minutes, this chili sauce is perfect for cookouts, game day parties, or casual family dinners. Serve it hot, spooned generously over grilled franks, and pair with toppings like shredded cheese or diced onions for the ultimate flavor explosion.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 4

Gradually add the water, stirring well so the mixture is smooth and incorporates the tomato paste.

Step 5

Add the ketchup, yellow mustard, and white vinegar, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the chili sauce simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes or until thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add a splash of water to loosen it up.

Step 9

Once the chili sauce is ready, spoon it over hot dogs and serve immediately. Optional toppings include shredded cheese, diced onions, or a drizzle of mustard.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1098.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1204.1

Total Fat 81.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 2024.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.7g
Protein 81.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.1mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1787.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.1%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 14.9%