Flint Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce Recipe

Name: Flint Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Butter; Margarine; Lean Ground Beef; Onions; Garlic Clove; Chili Powder; Prepared Mustard; Tomato Paste; 1/2 cup water; 8 hot dogs (for grinding); Salt And Pepper

Relive the nostalgic flavors of Flint, Michigan, with this authentic Coney Island hot dog sauce recipe! Passed down through generations and originally published in the Flint Journal, this recipe boasts a unique ingredient—finely ground hot dogs—for a rich, savory depth of flavor. Legend has it, the original creator used beef heart, but this version uses hot dogs, offering a delicious and accessible alternative. Perfect for topping your favorite natural casing hot dogs, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a taste of Flint's culinary history.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 2895.5 kcal

Protein 381g

Rating 1.5 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Flint Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce

Butter
Margarine
Lean Ground Beef
Onions
Garlic Clove
Chili Powder
Prepared Mustard
Tomato Paste
1/2 cup water
8 hot dogs (for grinding)
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Flint Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce

In a large pot, combine 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground mustard, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Do not brown the ground beef or hot dogs before adding.
Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
While the sauce simmers, finely grind 8 hot dogs using a food processor or meat grinder.
Stir the ground hot dogs into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve generously over your favorite natural casing hot dogs, topped with chopped onions and mustard.