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Detroit Coney Dog Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapenos
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Tongs
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula.
2. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Add tomato sauce and mustard to the skillet and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, grill or heat hot dogs according to package instructions.
6. Place hot dogs in buns and top with the chili sauce.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, chopped jalapenos, and green onions over the top of the chili sauce.
8. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Skillet: medium-high heat
- Hot dogs: grill or heat according to package instructions
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 8 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 410
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 23g
- Sodium: 1280mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef: ground turkey or chicken
- Yellow mustard: Dijon mustard or honey mustard
- Pickled jalapenos: fresh jalapenos or banana peppers

Variations:
- Vegetarian version: substitute ground beef with vegetarian ground beef or crumbled tofu.
- Spicy version: add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the chili sauce.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a high-quality hot dog for the best flavor.
- Toast the buns before adding the hot dogs and chili sauce for added texture.
- Make the chili sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
- Leftover chili sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat leftover chili sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve Detroit Coney Dogs on a platter with a side of French fries or onion rings.

Garnishes:
- Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped pickled jalapenos, and green onions.

Pairings:
- Serve Detroit Coney Dogs with a cold beer or soda.

Suggested side dishes:
- French fries, onion rings, coleslaw, or potato salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chili sauce is too thick, add a little water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- The Detroit Coney Dog is a classic hot dog dish that originated in Detroit, Michigan in the early 1900s.

Flavor profiles:
- The Detroit Coney Dog is savory, spicy, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve Detroit Coney Dogs with a side of French fries and a cold beer for a classic American meal.

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Taste: Spicy, Savory, Tangy, Meaty, Oniony