West Virginia Hot Dog Chili Sauce
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef 🍖
1 tsp chili powder 🌶️
1 tsp paprika 🌶️
1 tsp cumin 🌿
1 tsp kosher salt 🧂
1 tsp black pepper 🌱
1 tbsp dried minced onion 🧅
1 tbsp garlic powder 🧄
Pinch of red pepper flakes 🌶️
2–3 cups water 💧
1 cup ketchup 🍅
1/4 cup brown sugar 🍬
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 🥄
Directions:
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin, kosher salt, black pepper, dried minced onion, garlic powder, and a pinch of red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
Pour in 2 cups of water and add the ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. You may add an extra cup of water if the sauce becomes too thick while simmering.
Continue to cook the sauce for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Serve the chili sauce over hot dogs for a true West Virginia experience! Enjoy! 🌭