Chimi Chili Dogs
Get ready to elevate your game-day menu with these bold and flavorful Chimi Chili Dogs! This recipe combines the hearty comfort of classic chili dogs with a vibrant twist of homemade chimichurri sauce, creating a fusion of smoky, spicy, and zesty flavors in every bite. Juicy grilled hot dogs are nestled in warm, toasted buns, then topped with a rich, spiced beef chili and a drizzle of fresh, herbaceous chimichurri made with parsley, cilantro, lime juice, and a hint of red chili flakes for an irresistible kick. Perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight treat, these loaded chili dogs are easy to whip up in under an hour and sure to impress. Serve them with a side of fries or a crisp salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that's anything but ordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces hot dog buns
- 4 pieces hot dogs
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan to medium heat.
Grill the hot dogs until heated through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally. Set aside.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Set aside.
To make the chimichurri sauce, combine the parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red chili flakes, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Stir well to combine.
Lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill or stovetop for 1-2 minutes until warm.
Place a grilled hot dog inside each toasted bun. Spoon the chili mixture generously over the hot dog.
Drizzle chimichurri sauce over the chili, ensuring every bite gets a burst of flavor.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
923 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.8 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1284 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*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.
