Hot Dog Chili, AGS Friendly

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A Comfort Food Classic — Alpha-gal Style

Hot dog chili is one of those nostalgic comfort foods that can make you think of summer cookouts or ball games, but when you have Alpha-gal Syndrome, traditional recipes made with ground beef and hot dogs are no longer an option.

This version is inspired by Jeff’s Hot Dog Chili, a tried-and-true favorite in my family, but adapted to be Alpha-gal safe. I’ve swapped out the beef for lean ground turkey, used carefully selected seasonings and condiments, and served it in a way that is safe for me – over crispy homemade steak fries!

Topped with a creamy vegan cheese sauce and fresh sliced green onions, this dish gives you all the flavors of chili cheese fries with none of the red meat or hidden mammal ingredients. Note: I use an organic coconut milk without any gums to make the “Easy Vegan Cheese Sauce Recipe” by Ela Vegan.

Even though I can’t enjoy traditional hot dogs anymore, this recipe brings back that same comfort food feeling, safely and deliciously. Whether you’re newly diagnosed with Alpha-gal or just looking for a lighter chili option, this turkey-based version is sure to hit the spot!

Disclaimer: The ingredients used in this recipe are safe for me with Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS). However, you should always verify the safety of all ingredients for yourself and your own allergies, intolerances, and dietary needs. Also, please note that companies can change their ingredients and processing methods at any time without notice, so even if it is safe for me at the time of posting, it may not be safe at a later date.

You can watch me make this recipe step-by-step in the video below!

Hot Dog Chili

Inspired by Jeff's Hot Dog Chili Recipe

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Servings: 6

Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/4 c water
• 6 tbsp organic tomato sauce – no gums or added flavors
• 1/2 c organic vegan ketchup – no gums or unsafe additives
• 2 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp organic white sugar – safely filtered
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce – See Notes

Method

 

1. Put all ingredients in large frying pan.
2. Use a meat chopper, spatula or wooden spoon to blend while cooking over medium heat.
3. Cook until meat is done and liquid has reduced to desired thickness.

Video

Notes

We serve this awesome chili over homemade steak fries and top it with vegan cheese sauce and sliced green onions. 

Vegan Worcestershire: We use a recipe by Karissa’s Vegan Kitchen. We use coconut aminos, organic brown sugar, and a gum-free organic dijon mustard.

**Disclaimer:** Alpha-gal Digest is not responsible for the safety of ingredients for each individual. Manufacturers may change ingredients and processing methods at any time without notice. Always verify the safety of all products and ingredients for your specific needs.

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