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Cooking for 4 people
Ingredients
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4 all-beef hot dogs
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4 hot dog buns
Hot Dog toppings
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2 tbsp. yellow mustard
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0.25 cup bright green sweet pickle relish
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0.5 small white onion, diced
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2 small Roma tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
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4 dill pickle spears
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pickled sport peppers, to taste
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celery salt, to taste
1 Food Prep
First, butterfly the hot dogs by slicing them lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- Next, get your hot dog toppings together so they’ll be ready when the hot dogs come off the grill. Cut the 2 small Roma tomatoes into thin wedges, and dice ½ of a small white onion.
2 Grill Prep
- Fuel: We recommend Kingsford® Original Charcoal Briquets
- Method: Direct-Heat Grilling
- Temp: 400°F (Medium Heat)
How to Gauge Grill Heat Without a Thermometer
Carefully hold your hand about 5” to 6” above the grate, and refer to the temperature settings below:
• High Heat (450° to 550°F):
2 to 4 seconds
• Medium Heat (350° to 450°F):
5 to 6 seconds
• Low Heat (250° to 350°F):
8 to 10 seconds
Make sure your clothing doesn’t touch the grate, and always move your hand away from the heat before you feel discomfort.
When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.
3 The Cook
When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.
- Gently open the butterflied hot dogs and lay them flat on the grill.
- Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, until charred in spots and hot throughout.
- Grill the buns quickly over the coals for about 1 minute, until they’re lightly toasted.
- Place 1 hot dog on each bun and top with ¼ of the toppings. Add sport peppers to taste, then sprinkle with the celery salt.
- Repeat with the remaining hot dogs and serve immediately — hot off the grill.
For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.
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Where I'm from, it's not really a bbq without the tubular meats. From hot dogs to extra long, extra hot metts, there is always something to choose. But my favorite way to serve freshly grilled dogs are with a well stocked toppings bar. Providing the necessary ingredients for a proper Chicago-Style Char Dog gets you a satisfied bunch every time.
Date published: 2023-11-21
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Lins21 from
Delicious!!
So good, I followed recipe exactly and was amazed! Delicious!!
Date published: 2023-11-15
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CindyCroom from
Easy and perfect
I love Chicago dogs and this so easy to make. I liked cutting the dog partially to spread them better.
Date published: 2023-11-14
Rated 5 out of
5
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Hbw325 from
Amazing taste
I made this recipe for a quick lunch and it turned out great. I always fry these up, never thought about grilling. It made such a Hugh difference doing it this way
Date published: 2023-11-13
Rated 5 out of
5
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Matthew from
Chicago dogs!
Just because it's a hot dog, doesn't mean it can't be a good meal. All the extra fixin's really make this a decent meal anytime you're pressed for time. !
Date published: 2023-11-09
Rated 5 out of
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JMF0304 from
Great taste and fun to serve
These were great and grandkids loved them. will definitely serve them again.
Date published: 2023-10-13
Rated 5 out of
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xntexas from
Change Char to Star
These are the best dogs I have ever eaten. Even my wife, who usually isn't a fan of dogs, think these are the bomb.
Date published: 2023-08-23
Rated 5 out of
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lilmise01 from
so yummy
i made this at our company picnic and everyone loved it.
Date published: 2023-08-21
Rated 5 out of
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Mike50 from
Dogliscous
Great recipe. Always a fan favorite. Tailgate time.
Date published: 2023-08-15
Rated 4 out of
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markszy1955 from
Grilled Chicago Style Hot Dogs
My wife loves grilled hot dogs, I like Chicago style hot dogs, a recipe made in heaven. Very easy and tasty!
Date published: 2023-08-14
Rated 5 out of
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VickiePhx from
Excellent for the whole Family!
This was my first attempt at making Chicago Style Char Dogs and wow they turned out great! My whole family really enjoyed this meal and was a perfect choice for a warm summer night! I will be making these again in the near future.
Date published: 2023-07-25
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Jade from
Husband's favorite
We were looking for a recipe to spruce up hot dogs and this one is the best we've tried.
Date published: 2023-07-20
Rated 4 out of
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CrystalAnn128 from
A classic!
Of course all toppings are optional but I love how easy this classic recipe is to follow!
Date published: 2023-07-17
Rated 5 out of
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Mr Joe from
Great Dog!!!
Butterflying the hot dog makes it!!!! Add what you like it works!
Date published: 2023-07-11
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5
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Shelly72 from
Love it
Nothing beats a Chicago style dog. And love that this recipe calls for celery salt.it’s been a family classic ingredient for years. Turned out perfect.
Date published: 2023-07-10
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