Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce

Transform your backyard cookout into an iconic American classic with this irresistible Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce recipe. Made with hearty ground beef, aromatic onions, and a perfectly balanced blend of spices like chili powder, paprika, and cumin, this savory sauce delivers bold, mouthwatering flavors. It’s simmered to perfection with beef broth, tangy ketchup, and a hint of brown sugar for that signature sweet-and-smoky finish. Ideal for slathering over grilled hot dogs, this sauce is the ultimate upgrade to your favorite comfort food. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a nostalgic treat, this simple yet satisfying recipe is sure to impress. Don't forget the diced onions and shredded cheese for the ultimate topping combination!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 Small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Water (if needed)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until the beef is fully browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon into small crumbles. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onions become translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the meat mixture evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the tomato paste to caramelize slightly.

Step 4

Pour in the beef broth and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly throughout the sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water (up to 1/4 cup) to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or spices if needed.

Step 9

Once the sauce is thickened and flavorful, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Spoon the Coney Island sauce generously over hot dogs and top with your favorite condiments, such as diced onions or shredded cheese.

Step 10

Enjoy your homemade Coney Island-style hot dogs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1393.5

Total Fat 94.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 313.1mg	0%
Sodium 3161.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 83.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 192.7mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1698.5mg	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: 61.1%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 15.0%