New York Style Hot Dog Topping Recipe

Recreate the iconic taste of New York street hot dogs with this family-recipe topping! This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a sweet and savory sauce that perfectly complements your favorite frankfurters. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun party snack.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 101.5 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for New York Style Hot Dog Topping

Sweet Onion
Vegetable Oil
½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
½ teaspoon salt

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How to Make New York Style Hot Dog Topping

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced.
Cover the skillet and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent.
Stir in ½ cup water, ½ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste), and ½ teaspoon salt.
Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Spoon approximately ¼ cup of the topping generously over each hot dog. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious New York-style hot dogs!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make New York Style Hot Dog Topping?

New York Style Hot Dog Topping takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in New York Style Hot Dog Topping?

New York Style Hot Dog Topping has approximately 101.5 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for New York Style Hot Dog Topping?

The key ingredients for New York Style Hot Dog Topping are Sweet Onion, Vegetable Oil, Ketchup, Sugar, Red Pepper Flakes, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.