Warren Ohio Hot Dog Shoppe Sauce

Capture the rich, nostalgic flavors of a beloved Midwest classic with this Warren Ohio Hot Dog Shoppe Sauce recipe. Perfectly seasoned with a medley of spices like chili powder, cumin, and garlic, this tangy-sweet sauce combines ground beef, tomato paste, and a touch of brown sugar for a savory yet zesty topping that transforms ordinary hot dogs into something extraordinary. Simmered to perfection for a deep, robust flavor, this sauce is a versatile condiment that also pairs beautifully with burgers or fries. In just under an hour, you can recreate this iconic comfort food at home—ideal for game days, family gatherings, or any time you're craving authentic hot dog shop flavors. Keywords: hot dog sauce recipe, Warren Ohio hot dog sauce, homemade hot dog topper, easy Midwest-style sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 2 cups Water
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or pot, add the ground beef and 1 cup of water. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to break the beef into very fine crumbles as it cooks over medium heat.

Step 2

Once the beef is fully browned, do not drain the fat. Add the remaining 1 cup of water, tomato paste, and ketchup, stirring until the mixture is well combined.

Step 3

Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar, and yellow mustard. Mix well to incorporate the flavors.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure all the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover partially with a lid, and let it cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

After the sauce has thickened and developed rich flavors, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Spoon the sauce generously over your favorite hot dogs or use it as a topping for burgers or fries. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1298.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1496.2

Total Fat 94.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 313.1mg	0%
Sodium 3578.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 85.0g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 208.1mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 2681.2mg	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: 56.1%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 21.4%