Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 hot dogs
- 4 hot dog buns
- 1 cup sauerkraut
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced green pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Mustard and ketchup, for serving
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the sauerkraut, onion, green pepper, olive oil, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper.
3. Grill the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
4. Toast the hot dog buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
5. Place a hot dog in each bun and top with the sauerkraut mixture.
6. Serve with mustard and ketchup.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
5. Temperature:
Grill or grill pan preheated to medium-high heat.
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Use any type of sausage instead of hot dogs.
- Use any type of bread instead of hot dog buns.
- Use any type of pickled vegetable instead of sauerkraut.
Variations:
- Add shredded cheese on top of the sauerkraut mixture.
- Use spicy mustard instead of regular mustard.
- Add chopped bacon on top of the sauerkraut mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grill the hot dogs until they are slightly charred for extra flavor.
- Toasting the buns on the grill will give them a nice crunch.
- The sauerkraut mixture can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Storage instructions:
Leftover sauerkraut mixture 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 Sauerkraut Dogs on a platter with a side of potato chips and a cold beer.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of potato salad or coleslaw.
Suggested side dishes:
Potato chips, french fries, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the sauerkraut mixture is too sour, add a pinch of sugar to balance out the flavors.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the hot dogs until they are fully cooked to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
Food history:
Hot dogs and sauerkraut are a classic combination that originated in Germany and has become a popular street food in the United States.
Flavor profiles:
The Sauerkraut Dogs have a tangy and slightly sour flavor from the sauerkraut, balanced out by the sweetness of the grilled hot dogs.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Sauerkraut Dogs at a backyard barbecue or a casual dinner party.
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Region: German