Description
Bursting with flavor, these hot dogs are topped with a creamy, spicy firecracker sauce and customizable toppings, perfect for gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 all-beef hot dogs
- 8 soft hot dog buns, lightly toasted
- Firecracker Sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or pepper jack)
- ½ cup diced red onions
- ½ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Make the Firecracker Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sriracha, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice until smooth. Adjust sriracha or honey to taste.
- Prep the Toppings: Dice red onions, slice jalapeños (remove seeds for less heat), shred cheese, and roughly chop cilantro. Set aside.
- Heat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using a grill pan, heat over medium-high on stove.
- Grill the Hot Dogs: Place hot dogs on grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally for an even char and perfect snap without burning.
- Toast the Buns: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, place buns cut-side down on the grill to lightly toast and warm.
- Assemble the Hot Dogs: Spread the firecracker sauce inside each bun, add the grilled hot dog, then top with shredded cheese, diced onions, jalapeños, and cilantro. Drizzle extra sauce if desired.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy hot off the grill while cheese is melty and sauce is vibrant.
Notes
Make-ahead advice: Prepare the firecracker sauce a day in advance and store it in the fridge to let the flavors deepen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg