New York System wiener

The New York System wiener is a signature hot dog sandwich from Rhode Island, featuring a small, natural-casing beef-and-pork wiener served in a steamed bun. It's traditionally topped with mustard, meat sauce (a seasoned, slightly spicy blend), chopped onions, and a sprinkle of celery salt.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-fat and high-sodium meal, with a moderate amount of protein from the wiener and sauce. A typical serving likely ranges from 300 to 400 calories, with most of the energy coming from fats and refined carbohydrates in the bun.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Selenium	15 mcg

Per 1 wiener (approx. 170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Despite its name, the dish is a proud Rhode Island invention, not from New York. Its unique 'meat sauce' is a closely guarded local staple, making it a distinct regional comfort food.