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Grilled Sonoran Hot Dog Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup of ketchup
- 1/4 cup of diced onions
- 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup of diced jalapenos
- 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro

Special equipment needed:
- Grill
- Tongs

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Wrap each hot dog with a slice of bacon and secure with toothpicks.
3. Grill hot dogs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until bacon is crispy and hot dogs are cooked through.
4. While hot dogs are grilling, mix together mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup in a small bowl.
5. Toast hot dog buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes, until lightly charred.
6. Remove hot dogs from grill and discard toothpicks.
7. Place hot dogs in buns and top with the mayonnaise mixture, diced onions, diced tomatoes, diced jalapenos, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro.
8. Serve immediately.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Grill temperature: medium-high heat
Serving size:
This recipe serves 8 people.

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 420
Total fat: 26g
Saturated fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 1030mg
Total carbohydrates: 31g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Total sugars: 7g
Protein: 14g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Turkey bacon can be used instead of regular bacon.
- Any type of cheese can be used instead of cheddar cheese.
- Green onions can be used instead of diced onions.

Variations:
- Add a drizzle of barbecue sauce on top of the hot dogs.
- Use different types of cheese, such as pepper jack or Swiss.
- Add sliced avocado on top of the hot dogs.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to secure the bacon with toothpicks to prevent it from falling off the hot dogs while grilling.
- Use tongs to handle the hot dogs on the grill.
- Customize the toppings to your liking.

Storage instructions:
Leftover hot dogs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat hot dogs in the microwave or on the grill until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve hot dogs on a platter with a side of chips or fries.

Garnishes:
Garnish with additional chopped cilantro or diced jalapenos.

Pairings:
Serve with a cold beer or a refreshing lemonade.

Suggested side dishes:
- French fries
- Potato salad
- Coleslaw

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bacon is not crispy enough, grill the hot dogs for a few more minutes.
- If the hot dogs are not cooked through, grill for a few more minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook hot dogs to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
- Discard any leftover hot dogs that have been sitting at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Food history:
The Sonoran hot dog originated in Sonora, Mexico and is now a popular street food in Arizona.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, salty, tangy, and spicy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve hot dogs with a side of chips or fries and a cold drink.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Tangy, Smoky, Charred