Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 all-beef hot dogs
- 4 poppy seed hot dog buns
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup sweet green pickle relish
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 4 dill pickle spears
- 4 tomato wedges
- 4 sport peppers
- Celery salt, to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Grill hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
3. While the hot dogs are cooking, warm the hot dog buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
4. Place each hot dog in a bun and add yellow mustard, sweet green pickle relish, and chopped onion.
5. Top each hot dog with a dill pickle spear, a tomato wedge, and a sport pepper.
6. Sprinkle celery salt over the top of each hot dog to taste.
7. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
5. Temperature:
Grill or grill pan at medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 1000mg
Total Carbohydrates: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 7g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of hot dog, but all-beef is the traditional choice.
- If you don't have poppy seed buns, you can use regular hot dog buns.
- If you don't have sweet green pickle relish, you can use regular pickle relish.
- If you don't have sport peppers, you can use sliced jalapeños or banana peppers.
Variations:
- Add a slice of Swiss cheese to each hot dog before adding the toppings.
- Use sautéed onions instead of chopped raw onions.
- Add a drizzle of hot sauce or Sriracha for extra heat.
- Use turkey or veggie hot dogs for a healthier option.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grill the hot dogs until they have grill marks and are cooked through.
- Warm the buns on the grill for added flavor and texture.
- Don't skimp on the toppings! The more, the better.
- Use a good quality yellow mustard for the best 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:
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or cilantro over the top of each hot dog for added color and flavor.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of potato chips or French fries.
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans
- Macaroni and cheese
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the hot dogs are sticking to the grill, make sure to oil the grates before cooking.
- If the buns are getting too crispy, move them to a cooler part of the grill.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the hot dogs to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
The Chicago-style hot dog is a popular street food in Chicago, Illinois. It is typically made with an all-beef hot dog on a poppy seed bun and topped with yellow mustard, sweet green pickle relish, chopped onion, a dill pickle spear, tomato wedges, a sport pepper, and celery salt.
Flavor profiles:
The Chicago-style hot dog is a savory and tangy dish with a mix of flavors from the mustard, relish, onion, and pickle. The celery salt adds a subtle earthy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the hot dogs with a cold beer or a soda.
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