N Y Pushcart Onion Sauce

Elevate your next backyard barbecue or street-food-inspired meal with this irresistible N Y Pushcart Onion Sauce—a true homage to the iconic hot dog stands of New York City. With its rich, tangy, and slightly sweet profile, this sauce combines caramelized yellow onions, a touch of tomato paste, and a medley of bold spices like cinnamon and red pepper flakes to create unparalleled depth of flavor. A splash of apple cider vinegar and hot sauce adds a zesty kick that perfectly complements grilled meats, sausages, or classic beef franks. Easy to make in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an absolute must for fans of authentic street food. Serve it warm to capture its full savory essence, and store leftover sauce to keep the flavor party going throughout the week! Keywords: New York pushcart onion sauce, hot dog topping, caramelized onion sauce recipe, street food-inspired condiment, BBQ onion sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 large yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions into half-moons.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 3

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced onions and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until they soften and turn translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, ensuring the garlic does not burn.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes to caramelize it slightly and deepen its flavor.

Step 7

Pour in the water, then stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce until well combined.

Step 8

Add the ground cinnamon, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 10

Let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or hot sauce if desired.

Step 12

Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm over hot dogs, sausages, or grilled meats. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	652.7 grams (652.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	424

Total Fat 26.70g	34%
Saturated Fat 3.90g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1403mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 47.10g	17%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 25.50g
Protein 5.30g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 116mg	9%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 838mg	18%

*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: 53.4%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 41.9%