Nyc Hot Dog Onion Sauce

Transform your hot dog game with this classic NYC Hot Dog Onion Sauce, a sweet and tangy topping that brings street cart flavor straight to your kitchen. Made with caramelized yellow onions, tomato paste, and a medley of bold ingredients like apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of cinnamon, this sauce boasts a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy notes. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ultimate accent for hot dogs, sausages, or even grilled burgers. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or recreating the iconic New York street food experience, this versatile onion sauce is a must-have condiment that elevates every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
• 1 clove, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and begin to caramelize.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen its flavor.

Step 5

Pour in the water and mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, ground cinnamon, crushed red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 7

Stir everything until well combined and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Lower the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a bit more salt or sugar depending on your preference.

Step 10

Once done, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving. The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 11

Serve warm over classic NYC-style hot dogs, or use as a versatile topping for other grilled items.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	572.5 grams (572.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	426

Total Fat 28.70g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 406mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate 40.30g	15%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 23.10g
Protein 4.50g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 810mg	17%

*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: 59.0%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 36.8%