How to Make Amazing Hot Dog Chili, AKA Hot Dog Sauce

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Homemade puree can be fresher and healthier, while canned options are budget-friendly.

Start by mashing up 1 pound of 80/20 ground beef in a bowl.

Add 1 cup of beef stock to the beef and mix well.

Pour in 1 cup of tomato sauce and 1 tablespoon of Maggie seasoning, then mash everything together with a meat masher until well combined.

Cook the mixture for about 2-3 minutes until it looks amazing.

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to thicken up.

Add 1 tablespoon of masa harina to the mixture and stir well to avoid clumping.

Let the chili sit for another 5-10 minutes to thicken further.

After about 7-8 minutes, check the consistency; if it's too runny, add an additional 3/4 teaspoon of masa harina and mix again.

Let it sit for another 5-10 minutes to fully thicken.

Prepare the chili dogs by toasting the buns lightly and cooking the hot dogs.

Place some cheese at the bottom of the bun, then add the hot dog.

Spoon the hot dog chili over the hot dog, ensuring the chili is tight and not runny.

Top with diced onions and additional cheese if desired.

Let the chili dogs sit for about 45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

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