How to Make Hot Dog Onions - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hot dogs are a classic American comfort food that are beloved by people of all ages. Whether you enjoy them at a backyard barbecue, a ball game, or simply on a weekend afternoon, there's something undeniably satisfying about biting into a juicy, grilled hot dog nestled in a soft, warm bun.

One of the best ways to elevate the flavors of a hot dog is by serving it with perfectly caramelized onions. Hot dog onions have a deliciously sweet and savory taste that adds a mouthwatering dimens...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons corn oil
  • 1 extra large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
  • 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion; cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in hot sauce, yellow mustard, sugar, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to cook for about 5 minutes. Stir in water and tomato paste; simmer until liquid has reduced, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    109 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 717mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 228mg