Description
A rich, savory hot dog chili that’s easy to make and perfect for topping grilled hot dogs. This classic recipe delivers bold flavor with a smooth, hearty texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Drain excess grease from the pan.
- Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, and water until well combined.
- Add chili powder, paprika, mustard, cumin, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Serve warm over hot dogs.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, break up the beef finely while cooking.
- Adjust spices to taste for more or less heat.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
