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An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Preserve the Pit

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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The Kingsford Difference

Kingsford has been fueling legendary grills since 1920, and we’re still America’s #1 charcoal for good reason. Our briquets light faster, burn longer, and deliver the high heat you need for exceptional results. Whether you’re searing steaks or savoring smoky flavors, one thing’s for certain — nothing beats the original.

Recipes

Perfectly Grilled Hot Dogs

The only recipe you need to grill up the perfect hot dog every time.

Chicago-style hot dogs with tomatoes and relish, wrapped in aluminum foil on a bluw background
Cooking for 4 people

Ingredients

  • 4

    hot dogs

  • hot dog buns

  • condiments


1Food Prep

No food prep needed! Let’s get the grill ready.

2Grill Prep

3The 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.

    • Place your hot dogs directly over the coals on the hot side of the grill, setting them down perpendicular to the grate. This not only creates nice grill marks, it also makes them easy to roll and rotate to avoid burning.

    • It’s important to watch your hot dogs closely. Hot dogs burn very quickly, so watch them closely and keep them moving.

    • Once nicely browned and covered with nice grill marks, move your hot dogs over to the cool side of the grill to finish cooking to an internal temperature of 160ºF. This should take approximately 5–7 minutes.

    • To toast your hot dog buns, open them and place them face down on the grill, directly over the coals.

    • Again, watch your buns closely — they burn fast, if not faster than the hot dogs. Toasting takes anywhere from a few seconds to a minute, depending on how hot your coals are.

    • Serve immediately with all of your favorite condiments.

  • For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.

Kingsford™ charcoal grill with meat cooking outdoors, person turning food with tongs.Charcoal grill with meat cooking outdoors, person turning food with tongs.

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