Description
Coney Island Chili Dogs are a nostalgic, classic street food combining juicy hot dogs, a rich and spiced chili sauce, and soft buns. Perfect for quick meals or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe delivers authentic, comforting flavors with customizable spice levels and toppings to suit any taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Dog Components
- 8 high-quality beef or pork hot dogs
- 8 soft but sturdy hot dog buns
- Mustard, for serving
Chili Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chili Sauce: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened. Stir in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let the chili simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors and thicken the sauce.
- Cook the Hot Dogs: While the chili simmers, grill or pan-fry the hot dogs until nicely browned and heated through, adding a smoky flavor that contrasts the chili.
- Warm the Buns: Briefly toast the hot dog buns on the grill or in a dry pan until warm and slightly crisp on the edges but still soft inside.
- Assemble the Coney Island Chili Dogs: Place a cooked hot dog inside each warmed bun. Generously spoon the chili sauce over the top, then finish with a drizzle of mustard. Optionally, add chopped onions or shredded cheese as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh chili powder and cumin for better flavor.
- Avoid overloading the bun with chili to prevent sogginess.
- Simmer chili long enough to thicken and meld flavors.
- Select juicy, high-quality sausages for best taste.
- Serve chili dogs immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chili dog
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg