Hot Dogs with Avocado

These hot dogs with avocado were sooooo good it really didn’t matter that I almost burned a bun. Heck, I could have charred the bun to total blackness and these still would’ve disappeared in minutes. They’re just that good. The crispness of the onion is offset by the smooth sour cream and avocado, the citrus kick of fresh lime, and just a slight hint of heat.

Hot Dogs with Avocado

Also try my hot dogs with onion, chili and slaw. It’s the perfect combination.

Hot Dogs with Avocado
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Hot Dogs with Avocado

These hot dogs with avocado were sooooo good it really didn’t matter that I almost burned a bun. Heck, I could have charred the bun to total blackness and these still would’ve disappeared in minutes. They’re just that good.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 413kcal

Ingredients

For the salsa

  • 2 medium tomatoes seeded, diced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro minced
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • kosher salt

For the hot dogs

  • 4 hot dogs spiral cut (read how to do it)
  • 4 hot dog buns
  • ¾ cup Monterey Jack cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • Red onion diced

Instructions

  • Gently combine all of the salsa ingredients. Add salt to taste.
  • Grill the hot dogs and lightly toast the buns.
  • Top each bun with a hot dog, some of the salsa, a dollop of sour cream, and sprinkle with a little red onion.

Nutrition

Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 731mg | Potassium: 552mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 837IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 262mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Marinated Hot Dogs

Well, who would’ve thought about marinating hot dogs? Sure, I marinate pork and beef all of the time. But it never occurred to me to make marinated hot dogs. Well, trust me, these hot dogs are delicious! They’re packed with flavor, and super moist!

Marinated Hot Dogs

This simple idea for hot dogs really spices up plain old beef hot dogs. There’s no reason to make boring dogs when you just have to ‘soak’ them for an hour in Worcestershire sauce to end up with something so much better.

Spiral and smoke your hot dogs for even more great flavor and that big time ‘wow’!

Marinated Hot Dogs
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Marinated Hot Dogs

Well, who would’ve thought about marinating hot dogs? Sure, I marinate pork and beef all of the time. But it never occurred to me to make marinated hot dogs. Well, trust me, these hot dogs are delicious! They’re packed with flavor, and super moist!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs, martinated
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 129kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place dogs in a resealable baggie.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce and Cajun seasoning. Seal and shake to combine and cover the dogs.
  • Marinate for 1 hour before grilling.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 477mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 876IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Oven-Baked Hot Dogs

Who would’ve thought… who would’ve known…. that oven-baked hot dogs could be soooo good? Maybe it was because I was just jonesin’ for a hot dog, but a glance outside made me realize that a grilled dog just wasn’t in my future. These baked ones came out just great!

Oven-Baked Hot Dogs

Here are they are just before getting cheesed and baked. No point in being shy with the toppings. These are meant to be messy dogs so go all out. And… the money shot! I think these oven-baked hot dogs would be great for a party, kids or not!

Also try my awesome pickle hot dogs. For another great oven-baked favorite, cook up a few racks of oven-baked ribs.

Oven-Baked Hot Dogs
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Oven-Baked Hot Dogs

Who would’ve thought… who would’ve known…. that oven-baked hot dogs could be soooo good? 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword baked, hot dogs
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 337kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Melt the butter in a saute pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onions and cook until just starting to get tender.
  • Stir in the chili and heat through. Remove from heat.
  • Spread a little mayonnaise on the inside of all the hot dog buns. Yes, mayonnaise. Trust me.
  • Add a hot dog into each bun then place into a 9″ x 13″ baking dish. You might have to squeeze them in a bit, but that’s ok.
  • Top each dog with a tablespoon of the pickle relish.
  • Spoon the chili mixture over the hot dogs and top with cheese and jalapenos (if using).
  • Bake for 40 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 740mg | Potassium: 340mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 838IU | Vitamin C: 79mg | Calcium: 201mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Franks and Beans

Franks and beans were one of my favorites as a kid, though I called them hot dogs and not franks. I guess you could serve these as a side dish…. but, I wouldn’t. And some people call them beans and franks, but I think the hot dogs should get top billing!

Franks and Beans

I have two rules about this dish: first, you can’t have too many hot dogs, and second, save eating most of the hot dogs for last. Sad is the day when you get to the bottom of the bowl and all you have left are beans!

Also make up a batch of my fire-eater campfire beans!

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Franks and Beans

I have two rules about this dish: first, you can’t have too many hot dogs, and second, save eating most of the hot dogs for last.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword beans, hot dogs
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 386kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 F.
  • Spray an 8″ x 8″ baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Combine all but the hot dogs in a bowl. Pour into the baking dish.
  • Bake for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add in the hot dogs.
  • Bake another 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 1295mg | Potassium: 904mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 79IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Hot Dogs with Onion, Chili, and Slaw

I was drooling over Chris’ Tennessee Smoky Hot Dogs posting over on Nibble Me This, and thinking… boy, that sure sounds and looks great. But, I was in a bit of a hurry, so I changed it up to be a bit easier. These hot dogs with onion, chili, and slaw hit the spot. Just like slaw on pulled pork sandwiches, I love slaw on a hot dog. And in some hot chili and crunchy onions and I’m in hot dog heaven.

Hot Dogs with Onion, Chili, and Slaw

It’s not the same as Chris’, but the inspiration is there and so is the great flavor! Also give my hot dogs with spicy sauce and grilled onions a try!

I also like making these hot dogs with my homemade chili dog sauce.

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Hot Dogs with Onion, Chili, and Slaw

Great loaded dogs!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 258kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 sweet onion cut into 1/4″ rings
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ teaspoon your favorite BBQ rub or use Creole seasoning
  • 1 can chili without beans
  • 14 ounces coleslaw mix
  • 1 slaw dressing I used Marzetti’s
  • 8 hot dogs
  • 8 hot dog buns
  • handful sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat grill.
  • Put onion slices on a sheet of aluminum foil. Top with the butter and seasoning. Seal and place over indirect heat on the grill for about 20 minutes or until the onion gets soft. Remove.
  • Warm the chili.
  • Mix coleslaw vegetables and dressing. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Grill the dogs and toast the buns as desired.
  • Serve dogs topped with onion, chili, cheese and slaw.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 537mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.