A Little Bit of Heaven in Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce

Experience the ultimate comfort food with "A Little Bit of Heaven in Coney Island Hot Dog Sauce," a flavor-packed topping that transforms your plain hot dogs into a nostalgic street-food delight. This rich and savory sauce features perfectly browned ground beef simmered with aromatic onions, garlic, and a medley of bold seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Tomato paste, mustard, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce create a thick, tangy base, while a touch of brown sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. Finished with a splash of hot sauce for subtle heat, this recipe is perfect for backyard barbecues, game days, or family dinners. Ready in under an hour, it's a must-try for fans of classic Coney Island hot dog flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 1.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon hot sauce

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up into small crumbles, until browned and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and water, mixing well to combine.

Step 5

Add the yellow mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, paprika, cumin, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the sauce uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. You can add more salt, black pepper, or hot sauce for extra flavor or heat.

Step 8

Serve the hot dog sauce warm over freshly grilled or boiled hot dogs in buns, and enjoy this Coney Island classic!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876.5 grams (876.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1347

Total Fat 83.40g	107%
Saturated Fat 32.50g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 301mg	100%
Sodium 1050mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate 78.70g	29%
Dietary Fiber 13.20g	47%
Total Sugars 45.40g
Protein 88.10g	176%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 200mg	15%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 3264mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 22.2%