B K Spanish Sauce for Hot Dogs
Transform your hot dog game with the irresistible flavors of B K Spanish Sauce, a bold and zesty topping that takes this beloved classic to the next level. This versatile homemade condiment is packed with vibrant ingredients like crushed tomatoes, smoky paprika, and a touch of tangy white vinegar, infused with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic for a robust, savory profile. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar and a gentle kick of heat from red pepper flakes, this 25-minute recipe is both quick and simple to prepare. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or spicing up a weeknight dinner, this Spanish-inspired hot dog sauce will elevate every bite. Serve it warm, garnish with fresh parsley for added brightness, and watch it become the star of your spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons White vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and red pepper flakes to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Mix in the sugar, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If you prefer a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Serve the sauce warm over freshly cooked hot dogs.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 574 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
