Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs Recipe

Relive the legendary flavors of Dirty Nick's in Fall River, MA! This recipe recreates the iconic Coney Island sauce, perfect for topping your favorite hot dogs. A rich and thick sauce, simmered to perfection, this recipe is sure to become your new go-to for a classic New England hot dog experience. Get ready to make the ultimate 'gaggers'!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 104.8 kcal

Protein 19g

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Ingredients for Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs

Lean Ground Beef
1 cup water
Ketchup
Worcestershire Sauce
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
Paprika
Ground Cumin
Salt
Celery Salt
Allspice
Prepared Mustard
Chili Powder

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How to Make Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs

In a heavy-bottomed skillet, brown 1 lb of ground beef and 1 medium chopped yellow onion over medium-high heat, breaking up the beef with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
Add 1 cup of water, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup brown sugar to the skillet.
Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as it simmers.
Check the consistency; it should be thick, not thin. If it's too thin, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
To assemble your hot dog: Place a boiled hot dog in a steamed bun. Top with mustard, a generous spoonful of Coney Island sauce, chopped onions, and a sprinkle of celery salt. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs?

Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs?

Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs has approximately 104.8 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs?

The key ingredients for Coney Island Sauce For Gaggers Hot Dogs are Lean Ground Beef, Water, Ketchup, Worcestershire Sauce, Onion, Paprika. See the full list with measurements above.