Marion's Michigan Sauce for Hot Dogs

Bring the taste of the Midwest to your backyard with Marion's Michigan Sauce for Hot Dogs—a rich and tangy condiment that will elevate your hot dog game! This classic recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef, tomato paste, and a harmonious blend of spices like chili powder, paprika, and cayenne for a bold and flavorful topping. A hint of brown sugar and white vinegar adds just the right balance of sweetness and tang, while finely chopped onions make each bite wonderfully textured. Simmered to perfection in under an hour, this thick, hearty sauce is ideal for summer cookouts or a nostalgic dinner at home. Serve it generously over grilled hot dogs in a warm bun, and feel free to personalize with toppings like diced onions, shredded cheese, or a drizzle of yellow mustard. This recipe yields enough to serve eight, making it perfect for entertaining or meal prepping! If you're searching for the perfect hot dog chili recipe, look no further—Marion's Michigan Sauce is a must-try.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking the beef into fine crumbles with a wooden spoon or spatula, until fully browned. This should take about 8-10 minutes.

Step 2

Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return the beef to the pan.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, water, yellow mustard, brown sugar, and white vinegar. Mix well to combine all ingredients into a cohesive sauce.

Step 5

Add the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly through the mixture.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and develop a rich flavor.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or cayenne pepper for additional flavor or heat, as desired.

Step 8

Once the sauce is done, remove it from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly.

Step 9

Serve the Michigan sauce generously over grilled hot dogs in warm buns. Optional: top with diced onions, shredded cheese, or yellow mustard for additional flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1322.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1290.1

Total Fat 83.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 3161.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 87.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 203.3mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 3236.8mg	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: 55.1%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 19.1%