Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce Recipe

Craving the legendary Tony Packo's Coney Island hot dog sauce? This recipe, inspired by a fan favorite online forum post, delivers an authentically delicious sauce you can make at home! While this recipe provides a fantastic base, feel free to experiment with additions and personalize your taste. Get ready to elevate your hot dogs and chili dogs to a whole new level of flavor!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 85.1 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce

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How to Make Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up into very small pieces with a spoon as it cooks.
  2. Once browned, drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/2 cup beef broth; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons lard or vegetable shortening; 1 teaspoon salt; and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 60-75 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Consider adding more brown sugar for sweetness, cayenne for heat, or Worcestershire sauce for umami depth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

9g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce?

Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce?

Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce has approximately 85.1 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce?

The key ingredients for Tony Packo's Coney Island Sauce are Lean Ground Beef, Thyme, Garlic Cloves, Cumin, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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