New York Street Cart Dogs with Onion Sauce and Grilled Red Pepper Relish

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   For the onion sauce: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

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   Add the onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

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   Stir in the chile powder and cinnamon and cook for 1 minute.

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   Add 1 cup water, the ketchup, hot sauce, salt and black pepper and bring to a simmer.

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   Cook until thickened and the onions are very soft, adding more water if needed, about 25 minutes.

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   Transfer to a bowl and let cool to room temperature before serving.

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   For the grilled pepper relish: Combine the garlic, peppers, oil, vinegar and parsley in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.

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   Cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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   For the hot dogs: Heat a grill to high for direct grilling.

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    Brush the dogs with oil and sprinkle with pepper.

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    Grill until slightly charred and golden brown on all sides, about 6 minutes.

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    Put the hot dogs in the buns and top with mustard, onion sauce and grilled pepper relish.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.