Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 all-beef hot dogs
- 6 poppy seed hot dog buns
- 1/2 cup yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup chopped white onion
- 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
- 6 dill pickle spears
- 6 sport peppers
- 1/4 cup celery salt
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Place hot dogs on grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are heated through and have grill marks.
3. While hot dogs are cooking, warm the hot dog buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
4. Place the hot dog in the bun and add yellow mustard, chopped onion, sweet pickle relish, and a dill pickle spear on top.
5. Add a sport pepper on the side of the hot dog.
6. Sprinkle celery salt on top of the hot dog.
7. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan at medium-high heat
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 1500mg
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Hot dogs: turkey or veggie dogs
- Hot dog buns: whole wheat or gluten-free buns
- Yellow mustard: Dijon or spicy brown mustard
- Chopped onion: red onion or green onion
- Sweet pickle relish: dill pickle relish or no relish
- Dill pickle spear: pickled jalapeno or banana pepper
- Sport pepper: sliced jalapeno or banana pepper
- Celery salt: garlic salt or onion salt
Variations:
- Chicago-style hot dog with ketchup and mustard: add ketchup to the hot dog along with the yellow mustard.
- Chicago-style hot dog with chili: add chili on top of the hot dog along with the other toppings.
- Chicago-style hot dog with cheese: add shredded cheddar cheese on top of the hot dog along with the other toppings.
Tips and tricks:
- Use all-beef hot dogs for the best flavor and texture.
- Warm the hot dog buns on the grill for added flavor and texture.
- Use a good quality yellow mustard for the best flavor.
- Chop the onion finely for easier eating.
- Use a good quality sweet pickle relish for the best flavor.
- Use a dill pickle spear for added flavor and texture.
- Use sport peppers for a traditional Chicago-style hot dog.
- Sprinkle celery salt on top of the hot dog for added flavor.
Storage instructions:
Leftover hot dogs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat leftover hot dogs in the microwave or on the grill until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the hot dogs on a platter with the toppings arranged neatly on top.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for added color and flavor.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of potato chips or french fries.
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans
- Potato salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the hot dogs are not cooked through, continue cooking them on the grill until they are heated through.
- If the hot dog buns are too dry, lightly brush them with butter before warming them on the grill.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the hot dogs are cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
- Use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing the hot dogs to prevent cross-contamination.
Food history:
The Chicago-style hot dog is a popular street food in Chicago, Illinois. It is typically served on a poppy seed bun with yellow mustard, chopped onion, sweet pickle relish, a dill pickle spear, sport peppers, and celery salt.
Flavor profiles:
The Chicago-style hot dog is a savory and tangy dish with a combination of flavors from the mustard, onion, relish, and pickle. The sport peppers add a bit of heat, while the celery salt adds a subtle earthy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the hot dogs with a cold beer or soda for a classic American meal.
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