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A hot dog topped with rich chili sauce, diced onions, and mustard on a grill tray
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Southern West Virginia Hot Dog Chili Sauce

This rich, flavorful sauce brings warmth and satisfaction, making it the perfect topping for your favorite hot dogs.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time2 hours 25 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 180kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet or Saucepan

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • a pinch red pepper flakes optional

Liquid Ingredients

  • 2-3 cups water to cover the beef
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Break it apart with a spoon until fully cooked.
  • Stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, dried onion, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  • Add 2–3 cups of water until the beef is covered. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer uncovered on low for 1–2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is very tender and mixture thickens.
  • Add ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and simmer an additional 30–45 minutes.
  • Serve hot over grilled hot dogs with your favorite toppings such as mustard, onions, or coleslaw.

Notes

Simmer longer for deeper flavor. Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly. Try over fries or burgers too! Adjust spice level to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Fat: 10g