Coney Island Hot Dogs
A classic American street food featuring hot dogs topped with a rich chili sauce and a variety of toppings, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Chili Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey Choose your preferred meat.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
- 8 hot dog buns Soft and steamed
- to taste Mustard
- to taste Cheese Grated
- to taste Diced onions For topping
Instructions
Preparation of Chili Sauce
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer the sauce for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Grilling Hot Dogs
- While the sauce cooks, grill the hot dogs over medium heat until heated through and slightly charred.
Assembly
- Serve the hot dogs in buns topped with the chili sauce and your chosen garnishes.
Notes
For a creative twist, consider adding toppings like crumbled bacon or jalapeños. Serve with classic sides such as coleslaw or potato chips.