6 ideas for original hot dog recipes

6 ideas for original hot dog recipes

For a fuss-free BBQ, hot dogs are always a good idea. But not just the simple “ketchup-mustard-relish” version. There are plenty of ways to reinvent hot dogs with original toppings or even by replacing the sausage with another protein. Here are some hot dog ideas to try this summer.

Vegan ribs hot dogs

Vegan ribs hot dogs

Putting ribs in a hot dog bun is a great idea, and when they’re vegan, it’s even better! In this recipe, tempeh sticks are toasted and coated with a sweet BBQ sauce made with ketchup and molasses. Trust us, they’re so good!

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Deluxe hot dogs with remoulade

Deluxe hot dogs with remoulade

What makes this hot dog luxe? A fresh baguette, slices of grilled pancetta, honey sausages and a garnish of celeriac remoulade. The latter brings a crunchy texture and aniseed taste to the hot dog and replaces traditional coleslaw beautifully.

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Hot dogs with braised cabbage and spicy mayonnaise

Hot dogs with braised cabbage and spicy mayonnaise

In this recipe, maximize your use of the BBQ by cooking the Italian sausages and braising the cabbage in a papillote, which is marinated for a few minutes with garlic, vinegar and salt beforehand. Here’s another hot tip: Cut the sausages in half horizontally for more crispiness.

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Chili dogs

Chili dogs

The whole family will enjoy this recipe that’s halfway between a hot dog and chili. The buns are topped with a mixture of ground beef and seasoned red beans and garnished with grated cheese, sour cream and cilantro.

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Salmon roll

Salmon roll

We took the liberty of including a roll in this list. Since it’s served in a bun, you can almost say it’s a hot dog! At the very least, it’s a dish that is especially popular in summertime. Simply cook the salmon in a pan or on the BBQ and combine it with mayonnaise, celery and green onions, then place the mixture in the bun and voilà!

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Chicken dogburger with corn relish

Chicken dogburger with corn relish

Don’t know what a dogburger is? You will now! Instead of making a chicken burger patty, you make a sausage shape with ground chicken and cook it in a frying pan. Top the dogburger with feta cheese, Boston lettuce and a homemade corn relish.

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