New York Style Hot Dog Topping

Transform your hot dog experience with this savory and slightly tangy New York Style Hot Dog Topping, a quintessential condiment for authentic street food flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines sautéed onions and garlic with a sweet and zesty blend of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar, perfectly balanced by a dash of paprika and chili powder for a hint of spice. Simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes, this iconic topping delivers a rich, caramelized sauce that pairs beautifully with grilled hot dogs, adding a bold burst of flavor to every bite. Ideal for backyard cookouts, game day spreads, or weeknight dinners, this versatile topping is a must-try for any fan of classic New York street food.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onions to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the ketchup, water, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, sweet paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Allow the topping to simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors are well combined.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed before removing from heat.

Step 8

Let the topping cool slightly before serving. Spoon generously over hot dogs for a classic New York-style flavor. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	765.3 grams (765.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	611

Total Fat 28.50g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2213mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 90.60g	33%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 60.70g
Protein 3.20g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 88mg	7%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 429mg	9%

*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: 40.6%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 57.4%