Garbage Trash Plate Hot Sauce

Dive into the bold and spicy world of the Garbage Trash Plate Hot Sauce, a savory sensation that’s the ultimate crowning glory for your favorite comfort foods. This hearty, flavor-packed sauce starts with tender browned ground beef and a base of buttery onions and garlic, then simmers to perfection with tomato paste, beef broth, and a tangy kick of apple cider vinegar. A robust blend of spices, including smoky paprika, fiery cayenne, and earthy cumin, creates a rich, layered flavor that’s guaranteed to elevate dishes like trash plates, fries, burgers, or hot dogs. Ready in just 40 minutes, this simple yet indulgent recipe delivers six servings of pure boldness—ideal for spicing up game day spreads or weeknight dinners. Whether you’re keeping it classic or getting creative, this Garbage Trash Plate Hot Sauce is your go-to for adding heat, heartiness, and irresistible flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook for 5-6 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate all the spices into the sauce.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and develops a rich flavor.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. If you prefer a thinner sauce, you can add a little more beef broth.

Step 9

Serve hot, spooned over a classic garbage plate or as a flavorful addition to fries, burgers, or hot dogs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1378.2

Total Fat 105.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 366.9mg	0%
Sodium 4434.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 85.3g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 178.1mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 2158.0mg	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: 67.3%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 8.6%