Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Classic Chili Dog Sauce

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Method: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A simple, flavorful sauce perfect for topping hot dogs, made with ground beef, tomatoes, and spices.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve hot over hot dogs.

Notes

Adjust spices to taste. This sauce can be made ahead and reheated.


Nutrition

  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Protein: 12g