When I made these pickled hot dogs, a little voice in the back of my head kept asking if I was making Vienna sausages. To which I replied, “No”. They may sort of look like Vienna sausages (if they came in a Mason jar). But oh my, they are something completely different.
Pickled hot dogs are just delicious. A little spicy (I added habaneros from our garden), a little garlicky, and a great hit of pickling spice and vinegar. These treats are crazy addicting. I had a problem with self-control and Vienna sausages when I was a kid. Now I seem to have graduated to having a much bigger problem with self-control and these hot dogs.
Great Snacks. Grilled Or Not.
It’s quite alright to just eat these yummy dogs right out of the jar. I certainly did. Cold. Super-cold is the way I like them. But, I admit, they are even better grilled. I grilled them just like regular ole dogs, put them on buns, and gobbled them down. You don’t want to add a bunch of toppings, though. You don’t want to bury the great pickled flavor. Honestly, a dog and a fresh bun is all you’ll need. Maybe a few onions. Or pickle relish. But go super-light on any condiments like mustard, mayonnaise (yes! try it! mayo on hot dogs is great!) and even ketchup (yes, I said ketchup too!).
The No-Heat, More-Heat Zones
Yes, you can omit the jalapenos if you’re making a non-spicy version. The hot dogs will still be fantastic. But, if you’re into a little heat like me, add more. Or hotter peppers. My habaneros were perfect. Serranos would be great too!
Get a big jug of quality white vinegar, you’re going to want a whole bunch of these hot dogs!
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Also try my spicy pickled pineapple. And while you’re at it, in pickling mode, try a quick and easy batch of grilled pickles!
Pickled Hot Dogs
Equipment
- 2 Mason Jars pint-sized, with lids
Ingredients
For the jars
- 12 hot dogs or so
- 2-4 jalapeno peppers sliced (or habaneros for more kick)
- 4 cloves garlic sliced
For the pickling brine
- 1 ¼ cups white vinegar
- ¾ cup water
- 1 teaspoon pickling spice
- 2 teaspoons dried red pepper flake
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
For the pickling brine
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
For the jars
- Pack hot dogs into jars. My hot dogs were a little long so I cut the ends off first.
- Pour in the cooled pickling brine.
- Add pepper slices and garlic in the empty spaces.
- Add lids and seal.
- Place in fridge for at least 24 hours before using.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional values are approximate.
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