Description
Southern kitchens sparkle with Julia’s hot dog chili sauce, a legendary condiment that brings comfort and classic flavor to every bite. Hearty, rich, and packed with spicy warmth, this simple sauce guarantees you’ll savor each delicious moment of pure culinary tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Liquids and Sauces:
- 1/8 cup (30 milliliters) ketchup
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) beer (optional)
- 3/4 cup (180 milliliters) water
- 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Pinch sugar
Instructions
- Submerge ground beef in water within a large skillet, utilizing this technique to create an ultra-fine texture. Aggressively break down the meat using a wooden spoon or potato masher while bringing the mixture to a vigorous boil.
- Incorporate diced onions, ketchup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and optional beer into the cooking beef. Thoroughly blend ingredients and reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the mixture to slowly reduce over low heat, stirring periodically. As liquid evaporates, flavors will intensify and concentrate. Monitor consistency, ensuring constant movement to prevent scorching.
- When liquid has substantially diminished, integrate tomato paste to enhance thickness and create a clingy sauce texture perfect for hot dogs. Continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring consistently.
- Conduct a final taste test, calibrating seasonings to personal preference. Consider adjusting heat levels or salt content to achieve optimal flavor profile. Remove from heat once desired consistency and taste are achieved.
Notes
- Achieve ultra-fine beef texture by constantly breaking down meat while cooking in water, creating a smoother chili sauce consistency.
- Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to aggressively break beef into tiny, uniform pieces during initial cooking stage.
- Balance heat levels by gradually adding hot sauce and adjusting spices to personal preference, ensuring a customized flavor profile.
- Transform recipe for dietary needs by substituting ground beef with plant-based alternatives like textured vegetable protein or lean ground turkey for lighter versions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg