Sabrett's Onion Sauce for Hot Dogs by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the iconic street-cart experience at home with Todd Wilbur's copycat recipe for Sabrett's Onion Sauce for Hot Dogs. This tangy, slightly sweet sauce is the perfect topping to elevate your hot dog game. Made with sautéed yellow onions, tomato paste, a touch of cinnamon, and a dash of red pepper flakes, this quick and easy recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory and spiced. Ready in just 35 minutes, this homemade hot dog condiment is a must-try for any barbecue or weeknight meal. Serve it warm over grilled hot dogs for that authentic New York-style flavor, or keep it on hand as a flavorful topping for burgers and sausages.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 cups Yellow onion
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1.5 teaspoons White vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 dash Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch Ground cinnamon
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the sliced yellow onions and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Step 4
Add the water, tomato paste, corn syrup, white vinegar, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground cinnamon to the saucepan with the onions. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and continue simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Step 7
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Spoon the onion sauce over hot dogs or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (684.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 536.4 |
| Total Fat 28.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1244.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.9g | |
| Protein 5.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 101.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 826.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories