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Chili dog

From the video “THE BEST CHILI DOG I’VE EVER MADE | SAM THE COOKING GUY 4K” by SAM THE COOKING GUY. RecipesMD is not affiliated with SAM THE COOKING GUY. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~4
est.
Cost
~$5.58*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$12.42* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
18

Ingredients

May contain gluten, dairy, egg, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$16.73*for the batch in the video
~$5.58*per serving

You save about ~$12.42* per serving (69% less*) than ordering it out — ~$37.27* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario casual-restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 9 predicted from typical costs · not priced: onion powder, tomato sauce, chipotle peppers, worcestershire sauce, beer, hot dogs…

* Estimate, not a quote: predicted from the ingredient list: 5 line(s) priced from Ontario averages, the rest filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario casual-restaurant plate at ~$18, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving436 kcal · 22% of 2,000
Fat31 g40%
Saturated fat9.9 g50%
Sodium667 mg29%
Carbohydrate8.4 g3%
Fiber1.7 g6%
Total sugars4.6 gno daily value
Added sugars1.6 g3%
Protein29 g59%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+6 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−13 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−1 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 12 of 15 ingredient lines (99% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings (estimated: 603 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 3 agrees). Typical amounts assumed for ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, oil, mayonnaise, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: kosher salt, red onion, cheese. Not matched to nutrient data: onion powder, hot dogs, brioche buns. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet
  • wooden spatula
  • slotted spoon
  • flat top grill
  • chef's knife
  • culinary torch

What the video didn’t say

  • servings count not stated
  • total cooking time not precisely stated
  • exact heat levels for skillet and flat top not specified
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Chili dog

What makes SAM THE COOKING GUY's Chili dog recipe and technique special?

SAM THE COOKING GUY's take on Chili dog focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing North American flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Chili dog at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Chili dog recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Chili dog ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Chili dog can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in SAM THE COOKING GUY's Chili dog?

This recipe utilizes approximately 18 ingredients across 15 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Chili dog?

The official cooking video by SAM THE COOKING GUY is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.