Smoked Hot Dogs - Tasty Toppings!

Four smoked hot dogs with different toppings on grey slate.

Smoked Hot Dogs - Tasty Toppings!

Sometimes a great tasting hot dog is exactly what you need to curb a craving. These perfect topping combinations will DEFINITELY satisfy that craving!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Type Smoked Meat

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 692kcal

Author Will

Cost $10

Equipment

Pellet Smoker

Ingredients

The Dog & Bun

6 hot dogs 100% Beef
6 hot dog buns

Chicago Dog

2 tomatoes sliced into wedges
6 pickle spears
½ onion diced
12 pepperoncini
½ cup sweet relish
¼ cup mustard yellow

NY Style Dog

½ onion diced
½ cup sauerkraut
¼ cup mustard brown or yellow

Chili Cheese Dog

1 cup chili beans or no beans
½ cup cheese cheddar
½ cup jalapenos sliced

Instructions

Pre-heat smoker to 250°F.
Slice hot dogs lengthwise down the middle of hot dogs about halfway thru dog. Don't slice the dogs into two halves.
Place hot dogs directly on grill grate and smoke for 45-60 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
Remove from smoker and place on hot dog buns. Top with desired toppings and enjoy!

Notes

Choose 100% beef hot dogs
Slice the dog with a sharp knife for a stronger smoke flavor
Try local butchers hot dogs, support local businesses. A lot of time they have GREAT hot dogs and sausages
Toast the hot dog buns for even more flavor

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