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Firecracker Hot Dogs


  • Author: emilyharper
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: None

Description

A lively twist on the classic hot dog topped with a spicy sauce, sautéed peppers, and crumbled feta cheese for a flavor explosion.


Ingredients

  • Hot Dogs (beef, pork, turkey, or plant-based)
  • Hot Dog Buns (white, whole wheat, or gluten-free)
  • Bell Peppers (red, yellow, orange, or green)
  • Onion (yellow, sweet, or green onions)
  • Firecracker Sauce (ketchup, sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, honey)
  • Feta Cheese (or vegan feta)
  • Fresh Cilantro (or parsley)
  • Lime Wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to high for about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the hot dogs by scoring them with diagonal cuts.
  3. Make the Firecracker sauce by mixing ketchup, sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, and honey in a small bowl.
  4. Grill the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes until charred and heated through.
  5. Sauté bell peppers and onions in olive oil for about 5 minutes.
  6. Assemble the hot dogs by placing them in buns and topping with sautéed veggies, sauce, and feta.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Experiment with different toppings and spices to customize your Firecracker Hot Dogs.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hot dog
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: hot dogs, grilling, summer recipes, cookout, spicy sauce