Feb 2, 2024
Low-calorie chili cheese dog
35 Min
6-8 People
EASY
Ingredients
Beef Chili
Lean Ground Beef (96% lean, 4% fat), 448 grams or 16oz
shallot, or small onion, diced
garlic cloves, 3, minced
Crushed tomatoes, 771 grams or 28oz can
Red Kidney Beans, 251 grams or 1 can, drained and rinsed
Tomato paste, 2 tablespoons
Chili seasoning, 2 tablespoons
Cumin, 2 tablespoons
Paprika, 2 tablespoons
Chili powder, 1 tablespoon
White granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons
Salt and pepper to taste
For Chili Dog
Low-calorie roll, Schmidt Old Tyme, 1
Beef Chili, 151 grams
Hot Dog, Chicken Frank, 1
Low-fat/Fat-free Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 28 grams
Scallions, for garnish
Instructions
Beef Chilli
In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the lean ground beef over medium heat and season with salt and pepper. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks, until it’s browned and fully cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). If there’s excess fat, drain it off. Usually, if you are using lean ground beef, there shouldn't be.
Remove from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, use light cooking spray and add in your onions and garlic. Cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to deepen in color and flavor.
Sprinkle in the chili seasoning, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Stir well to coat the onions evenly with the spices, cooking for another 2 minutes to release the aromas.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and kidney beans. Stir everything together to combine.
Add the white granulated sugar, and then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the chili to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together and reduce any water content.
Around the 15 minute mark, add back in the beef to allow the flavors to deepen.
Continue to reduce until the consistency has become thick and liquid has reduce by 75% or more.
Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or chili powder according to your preference.
Assembling the Chilli Dog
Prepare the low-fat or chicken hot dog according to package instructions. You can grill, boil, or microwave it depending on your preference.
Lightly toast the hot dog bun, either in a toaster oven or on a grill, until it’s warm and slightly crispy.Place the cooked hot dog inside the warmed bun.
Spoon a generous amount of the lean beef ground chili over the hot dog, making sure to cover it well.
Sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese over the chili. The warmth of the chili will help melt the cheese slightly.
Add any additional toppings you like, such as chopped onions, diced jalapeños, mustard, or a dollop of light sour cream.
Serve your low-calorie chili cheese dog immediately, while the chili is hot and the cheese is melted.
