Description
These Best Summer BBQ and Picnic Hot Dogs are the perfect fast, customizable dish for outdoor gatherings, featuring grilled hot dogs on toasted buns with endless topping options.
Ingredients
- 8 hot dogs (regular beef, pork, mixed, chicken, or plant-based)
- 8 hot dog buns (regular, brioche, potato rolls, or gluten-free)
- Ketchup
- Yellow mustard (or dijon)
- Sweet pickle relish
- Sauerkraut (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Prepared chili (optional)
- Shredded cheddar or American cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
- Pickle slices or spears
- Butter or oil (for toasting buns)
- Optional toppings: jalapeños, coleslaw, chopped tomatoes, sport peppers, paprika, hot sauce
Instructions
- Prep a topping station: finely chop onions, grate cheese, open relishes, and make chili if desired.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high (about 375–450°F).
- Cook the hot dogs on the grill, turning every 1–2 minutes, for 6–8 minutes until charred.
- Toast the buns using butter on the cut sides until golden (about 30–60 seconds).
- Assemble each hot dog in a bun with chosen condiments and toppings.
- Serve immediately while hot and the bun is crisp.
Notes
Use good-quality sausages for better flavor and snap. Keep perishable toppings chilled until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American