Hot Dog Onions with Only 4 Easy Ingredients

Transform your hot dog game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Hot Dog Onions made with just 4 simple ingredients! Featuring tender yellow onions caramelized in butter, a tangy touch of ketchup, and a light simmer in water for the perfect saucy finish, this easy topping adds a savory-sweet burst of flavor to any grilled favorite. With only 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, this recipe is a breeze to whip up while your hot dogs are on the grill. Perfect for backyard barbecues, game day spreads, or casual weeknight dinners, these hot dog onions are sure to impress. Delicious, effortless, and endlessly versatile—your summer cookout staple just got a major upgrade!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

3 medium Yellow onions
2 tablespoons Butter
2 tablespoons Ketchup
1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions into evenly sized half-moons.

Step 2

In a medium-sized skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it starts to bubble.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly golden.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the ketchup, ensuring the onions are evenly coated.

Step 5

Pour in the water and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for about 8-10 minutes, or until the onions are tender and the liquid has reduced to a light, saucy consistency.

Step 6

Remove from heat and serve warm over hot dogs or any grilled dish of your choice!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(628g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	366.5

Total Fat 23.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 289.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 19.5g
Protein 3.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 89.3mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 489.4mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 40.5%