Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Montreal-style sausages
- 4 hot dog buns
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup celery salt
- 1/4 cup ketchup
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or stovetop griddle
- Tongs
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the grill or stovetop griddle to medium-high heat.
2. Grill the Montreal-style sausages for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
3. While the sausages are cooking, prepare the toppings by mixing together the yellow mustard, chopped onions, chopped dill pickles, chopped tomatoes, and celery salt in a small bowl.
4. Toast the hot dog buns on the grill or griddle for 1-2 minutes until they are lightly browned.
5. Place the cooked Montreal-style sausages in the toasted hot dog buns.
6. Top each sausage with the prepared toppings mixture and a drizzle of ketchup.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill or stovetop griddle: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 15g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Montreal-style sausages can be substituted with any type of sausage.
- Yellow mustard can be substituted with dijon mustard.
- Chopped onions can be substituted with sliced green onions.
- Chopped dill pickles can be substituted with sweet relish.
- Chopped tomatoes can be substituted with diced bell peppers.
Variations:
- Add shredded cheese on top of the sausages before adding the toppings.
- Use a different type of sausage, such as bratwurst or hot Italian sausage.
- Add sautéed mushrooms to the toppings mixture.
- Substitute the hot dog buns with pretzel buns for a twist on the classic hot dog.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the sausages until they are fully cooked through.
- Toasting the hot dog buns adds extra flavor and texture to the dish.
- Customize the toppings to your liking by adding or omitting ingredients.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover sausages and toppings in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the sausages in the microwave or on the grill until they are heated through.
- Reheat the toppings mixture in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the hot dogs on a platter with the toppings mixture in a small bowl on the side.
- Garnish with additional chopped onions and dill pickles.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of potato salad or coleslaw.
- Pair with a cold beer or lemonade.
Suggested side dishes:
- Potato salad
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans
- French fries
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sausages are not cooking evenly, adjust the heat on the grill or griddle and rotate the sausages as needed.
- If the hot dog buns are burning, lower the heat on the grill or griddle and watch them closely.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sausages until they are fully cooked through to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Montreal-style hot dogs originated in Montreal, Canada and are typically made with a steamed hot dog, mustard, chopped onions, and celery salt.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, tangy, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot and enjoy as a quick and easy meal or snack.
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