How to Turn Hot Dogs into Gourmet Meals
by Daniel Z. Kane
Just about everyone likes hot dogs. In the backyard, at the game, or on the strrets of a busy city, they're easy to enjoy. And, here are 5 more ways to enjoy them, courtesy of the listed websites.
CROCKPOT CHILI DOGS- serves 6-8 people: thanks to www.southernfood.about.com
Required ingredients:
1 pound hot dogs, 1 large onion, chopped finely, 2 cans chili with beans (15 oz each), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, and hot dog rolls
Preparation instructions:
Combine the hot dogs, the chopped onion, the chili, and the chili powder in your slow cooker. Stir well. Put the cover on the cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-9 hours. Put the hot dogs in the rolls, use a spoon to add sauces, and put cheese on top.
HOISIN GLAZED DOGS- serves 4 people: thanks to hot-dog.org
Ingredients:
cup hoisin sauce, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of fresh, minced, and peeled ginger root, teaspoon of fresh minced garlic, 8 hot dogs, 8 hot dog rolls, and cup chopped green onions
Preparation instructions:
Heat hoisin, honey, gingerroot and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Allow sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes then remove from heat. Reserve cup sauce. Lightly score diagonal cuts across the hot dogs. Liberally brush hot dogs with sauce. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill for the direct grilling method, using medium heat. Place hot dogs on grill rack, about 4 to 5 inches from the heat. Cook hot dogs over direct medium heat to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, basting often with the sauce. During last 3 to 4 minutes, open hot dog buns and lightly toast them over indirect heat. Brush buns with reserved hoisin sauce. Place hot dogs into heated buns. Sprinkle chopped green onions atop hot dogs.
YOCCO'S HOT DOG SAUCE- found at thatsmyhome.com You'll need: 1 pound of ground meat, 1 medium onion, 3 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 3/4 teaspoon of oregano, 3/4 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 2 cups of water
Preparation:
Brown the ground beef and onion. While browning, break up the pieces of meet. When finished, drain. If you want it smaller, run it through a small chopper at this point. Add all of the spices, mix well, add the water, and simmer for one hour. You may feeze the sauce for use at a later date.
HOT SWEET VIDALIA ONION RELISH- thanks to razzledazzlerecipes.com
Required ingredients:
1 tablespoon oil, 1 Vidalia onion, diced, 1/4 each, red and green bell pepper, diced, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint, 1/2 teaspoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and cayenne pepper
Preparation:
Heat the oil in a skillet at the medium high setting. Saute the peppers and onion. Remove from the heat when the onions are translucent and the peppers have wilted slightly. Stir in the ingredients that remain and serve while still warm.
HONEST ABE'S CORN RELISH- produces 1/2 cup- from hot-dog.org
Required ingredients:
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, 1 cup extra sweet corn kernels (fresh cooked or frozen/thawed), cup of small pieces of either grape or cherry tomatoes, cup finely chopped red onion, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, 1/8 teaspoon of salt 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
Preparation instructions:
In a medium sized bowl, whip the vinegar and oil together. Add the salt and pepper to season. Stir in the basil, onion, tomatoes, and the corn. Cover and chill in the refrigerator. Spoon two tablespoons of relish over each hot dog.
I hope you'll enjoy these recipes as much as my family and I do.
Daniel Z. Kane is a former school counselor and current university dean. He has created websites on online degrees and online degree programs and on online colleges. Click here for other unique 'recipes' articles.
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