New York Style Hot Dog Onions

Bring a taste of NYC to your table with this irresistible New York Style Hot Dog Onions recipe! Perfectly caramelized yellow onions are simmered in a tangy-sweet tomato-based sauce, flavored with apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and a hint of warming spices like paprika and cinnamon. These jammy, richly flavored onions elevate any hot dog to street food perfection, adding a burst of complexity to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy topping is ideal for backyard barbecues, weeknight grilling, or a gourmet twist on a classic snack. Whether you’re serving them on grilled sausages or as a condiment for other dishes, these saucy onions will quickly become a flavorful favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 large Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions into half-moons, and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to deepen and the paste to caramelize slightly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the water, stirring to incorporate the tomato paste into a sauce.

Step 7

Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 8

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to a jammy consistency.

Step 9

Taste the onions and adjust the seasoning, if necessary, adding more salt or a splash of vinegar for extra tang, depending on your preference.

Step 10

Remove from heat and allow the onions to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm on top of hot dogs or alongside your favorite grilled dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	652.3 grams (652.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	458

Total Fat 28.80g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.60g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1225mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 47.50g	17%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 26.00g
Protein 5.50g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124mg	10%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 894mg	19%

*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: 55.0%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 40.3%