Coney Island Chili Sauce For Hot Dogs Recipe

A classic Coney Island chili sauce recipe, perfected for your hot dogs! This January 1981 Bon Appetit recipe delivers a rich, flavorful topping that's quick and easy to make. Get ready for an explosion of taste in just 25 minutes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 141.7 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 3.6 (14 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coney Island Chili Sauce For Hot Dogs

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How to Make Coney Island Chili Sauce For Hot Dogs

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  3. Stir in 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); and 1/4 cup brown sugar.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot over your favorite hot dogs!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

16g

Carbs

1g