This Southern West Virginia Hot Dog Chili Sauce is a deeply flavorful, finely textured beef chili designed to be served over hot dogs. Unlike traditional chunky chili, this version is simmered low and slow with sweet, tangy, and smoky notes—perfect for that classic WV-style hot dog topped with slaw, onions, and mustard.
🍽️ Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 6–8
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional for subtle heat)
- 2–3 cups water (enough to fully cover the beef)
- 1 cup ketchup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
