Copycat Tony Packo'S Coney Island Hotdog Chili Sauc

Name: Copycat Tony Packo'S Coney Island Hotdog Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef, not lean, 70/30 mix so it does not dry out; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 teaspoons dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 3 teaspoons Hungarian paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 cups water

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground beef, not lean, 70/30 mix so it does not dry out
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
3 teaspoons Hungarian paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups water

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1. In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, make sure to turn beef into fine crumbles. Best method is a potato masher to mash while cooking; do not drain!
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2. Stir in brown sugar and seasonings. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 50 to 60 minutes until liquid is almost evaporated. Now its ready to serve, freeze, or can!
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Hot Dog Directions: You gotta use Kolbasz sausage! Heat oven to 350 F, place sausage in a greased baking pan with a little Hungarian Beer. Bake about 1 Hour or until sausage is browned, but not dry.
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Serve 'em up: The restaurant serves the sausage split in half (one half per dog) to make room and take on the chili sauce better. Use Hawaiian Sweet Hot Dog Buns, cover with chili, and then desired ingredients: common is chili first, then mustard, then diced onion on top, and with peppers and pickles on the side. Optional: shredded cheese cheddar jack mix on top of the onions.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground beef, not lean, 70/30 mix so it does not dry out, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 teaspoons dark brown sugar, 2 tablespoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Copycat Tony Packo'S Coney Island Hotdog Chili Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Copycat Tony Packo'S Coney Island Hotdog Chili Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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