chili dogs

Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
Surrey South, BC

Colorful, a bit messy, and absolutely delicious. This bold recipe is great for any occasion, especially sporting events!

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 2 Hr 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For chili dogs

  • 1 Tbsp
    canola oil
  • 1 1/4 c
    white onions, diced
  • ground Himalayan pink salt, to taste
  • 2 Tbsp
    jalapeño peppers, seeded, ribs removed and finely chopped
  • 1/2 c
    orange peppers, diced
  • 3 clove
    garlic (large), pressed
  • 1 1/2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
  • 1 Tbsp
    tomato paste
  • 1 can
    diced tomatoes (15 oz.)
  • 1 can
    tomato sauce (15 oz.)
  • 1 Tbsp
    brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp
    chipotle chili powder, or more to taste
  • 1 tsp
    dried oregano leaves
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    hot sauce, such as Cholula
  • 1/2 c
    low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 c
    sharp cheddar cheese, for garnish

How To Make chili dogs

  • 1
    In a Dutch oven over medium heat, add canola oil and when it starts sizzling, add onions; sprinkle salt. Sauté for 2 minutes.
  • 2
    Add jalapeño peppers and quickly sauté for 30 seconds before adding orange peppers; cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 3
    Add pressed garlic and sauté for only 30 seconds.
  • 4
    Add ground beef, breaking it into small pieces, and season with freshly ground black pepper. Cook the meat until no longer pink.
  • 5
    Stir in tomato paste to coat. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, ground cumin, chipotle chili powder, dried oregano leaves, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and beef broth.
  • 6
    Stir well, and bring the mixture to a boil before reducing to medium-low. Simmer gently for 2 hours or until the sauce thickens, stirring often.
  • 7
    Generously spoon sauce over steamed hot dogs; garnish with red or white onions and sharp Cheddar cheese.
  • 8
    To view this amazing finger food on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/ecgxukPRrAk

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