My Hot Dog Sauce

Elevate your next backyard cookout with "My Hot Dog Sauce," a bold and flavorful homemade topping that takes ordinary hot dogs to the next level. This easy-to-make sauce combines savory ground beef, aromatic onions and garlic, and a perfectly balanced blend of tangy ketchup, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. A hint of sweetness from brown sugar and a smoky kick from paprika and cayenne (optional for the heat lovers!) round out the irresistible flavor profile. Ready in just 35 minutes, this rich and hearty sauce is perfect for drizzling over freshly grilled hot dogs, adding a gourmet twist to classic barbecue fare. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a casual family dinner, this hot dog sauce will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up into small crumbles with a spoon or spatula. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, and water until fully combined. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

Step 4

Add the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, brown sugar, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir everything well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 5

Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency. If it gets too thick, you can add a small splash of water to thin it out.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or a dash of cayenne if you prefer more heat.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Spoon it generously over hot dogs and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	872.8

Total Fat 41.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 160.6mg	0%
Sodium 2771.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 42.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127.2mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1323.3mg	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: 41.0%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 40.5%