Add a few shakes of cayenne and a few pinches of sugar. Stir and add in 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato puree – not tomato sauce. Measure and add in 3 to 4 tablespoons of prepared yellow mustard and 1/4 cup of water. Fat is flavor and traditional Detroit coneys make it the same way.
Start making the coney sauce by cooking the beef, onion, and celery in skillet over medium heat until the meat is brown. Then drain the mixture and return it back to the skillet. Stir in the remaining ingredients and then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
It features cumin, cinnamon, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, garlic, and chili powder for an intense flavor that still remains loyal to the classic Coney Island recipe. For extra heat, make sure to add some more cayenne pepper and mustard, and add cheddar cheese for a truly tasty dog.
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