The Hotdogs Thread, what do you add to your hotdogs in your neck of the woods.


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I have lived in 5 different states, from West Coast to East Coast, and have traveled to more than a 1/5 of the USA; it is always interesting to me to see how different parts of the USA prepares the same dishes/food in ways that seem foreign to me.

Currently I am in Queens, in New York state, and NYC is rather well known for a few things (besides ladies of the night) which is Hot Pretzels, Pizza, and their Hotdog street vendors.

I usually die when I see someone add ketchup to their hotdogs, that is a mortal sin from where I was raised. One of my favorite Hotdog combinations is caramelized onions, raw minced onions, hot peppers, chili, sauerkraut & yellow mustard. (If I am lucky, the street vendor also has crumbled bacon toppings)

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So, what toppings do you put on your Hotdogs?
 
Well you need to start with real meat sausages, not that fake stuff. But if you like it spicy...
Mix up a small batch as a bed of cream cheese and fajita spices to bind the following, arugula, baby spinach and mizuna, add some wild garlic leaves if its in season and finely diced red and green peppers and red and green sliced chill rings. Sautee some red or white onion with a dash of worscester sauce and celtic salt, add a nice line of real english mustard and top it with japaleno mature cheddar. Sometimes with a spicy tomato salsa too.
The cream cheese and spice keep a nice earthy flavour in a cooling base, mustard adds a kick, japapeno keeps it there, and the fresh veg keeps a nice bit of moisture and crunch.
 
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8thsinner said:
No, not usa either though. Why does that matter?
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It only matters for the sake of the thread, as one of my comments was how many places that I have been to in the USA (and abroad, but never had a hotdog abroad, only an amazing hamburger in Europe) and how that each area has their own version of that 'perfect hotdog'.

Your comment for what combination of toppings simply was something that I never heard of here in the US, so assumed that you were not from around this neck of the woods. Your comment was exactly what I was hoping to find, something truly unique and different. It is what makes this world so amazing to be in, the variety and differences in the food cuisines.

There was nothing ill-willed or any hidden intentions or inferences about my asking you where you were from/located at. You may have noticed that someone else stated where they were from. It is like the pizza differences; people would say best pizza is from Chicago, NJ, CT, NYC, California, Detroit, each of these cities/states have their own version of a pizza, for example California is known for their Deep-dish pizza (OMG I miss their deep-dish pizzas)

Thank you for the interesting reply on what you eat where you come from, and sorry if my asking you where you were from rubbed you the wrong way, I was truly interested in what you had originally posted, so thx :)
 
Spenser said:
@heldfast

I do not think I ever had been to a hotdog vendor in any state that didn't steam their hotdog buns, curious if some places do not do that, I failed to mention steaming the buns as I thought that was just a given, but now I have to wonder.
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No….In Texas, we grill our hotdog buns. Now saying that, all the convenience stores have those ol’ steamer trays.

I like Chili, Cheese and mustard. Then place under a broiler to get the cheese brown and bubbly.
 
Spenser said:
It only matters for the sake of the thread, as one of my comments was how many places that I have been to in the USA (and abroad, but never had a hotdog abroad, only an amazing hamburger in Europe) and how that each area has their own version of that 'perfect hotdog'.

Your comment for what combination of toppings simply was something that I never heard of here in the US, so assumed that you were not from around this neck of the woods. Your comment was exactly what I was hoping to find, something truly unique and different. It is what makes this world so amazing to be in, the variety and differences in the food cuisines.

There was nothing ill-willed or any hidden intentions or inferences about my asking you where you were from/located at. You may have noticed that someone else stated where they were from. It is like the pizza differences; people would say best pizza is from Chicago, NJ, CT, NYC, California, Detroit, each of these cities/states have their own version of a pizza, for example California is known for their Deep-dish pizza (OMG I miss their deep-dish pizzas)

Thank you for the interesting reply on what you eat where you come from, and sorry if my asking you where you were from rubbed you the wrong way, I was truly interested in what you had originally posted, so thx :)
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No, Didn't rub me the wrong way, just curious why you said eu specifically, I just figured it was my choice of words or something, maybe the choice of cheese?, I used arugula and not rocket...lol. I know you usa guys don't have a great variety of real cheeses like the eu does...
I wouldn't say my choices reflect where i'm from either way though, i'm just different. I've spent a lot of time trying to spruce up some of the more common junky foods, trying to make them healthier by a touch and add some exciting flavours.
I've got some fantastic recipes in my back pocket, but not as many as i'd like. I'm trying to learn more.
I do find "the flavor bible" to be a godsend in experimentation.
 
Spenser said:
@heldfast

I do not think I ever had been to a hotdog vendor in any state that didn't steam their hotdog buns, curious if some places do not do that, I failed to mention steaming the buns as I thought that was just a given, but now I have to wonder.
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Steamed buns? not for me, toasted or grilled yes (if you can be bothered) or, flash fried in left over bacon grease....yum, i'd only steam bread if it was bordering on stale to put some bounce back in it.
 
HillbillyHiker said:
No….In Texas grill our hotdog buns.

I like Chili, Cheese and mustard. Then place under a broiler to get the cheese brown and bubbly.
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Ok, bad manners or not, I'm inviting myself to your place next time you're having dogs 🤣

bladesmith3 said:
born in brooklyn and raised on the island. nothing makes my mouth water more than a sabrett hotdog truck. mustard little relish........................ AAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!
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Born and raised in Colorado, so I never knew what a Sabrett was until I was stationed at Ft. Belvoir and a guy there was from NYC. I'll definitely give you that one...they were good.

Spenser said:
@heldfast

I do not think I ever had been to a hotdog vendor in any state that didn't steam their hotdog buns, curious if some places do not do that, I failed to mention steaming the buns as I thought that was just a given, but now I have to wonder.
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Where I come from, hot dog buns were grilled. Never even heard of steaming buns till I was around 20...I still prefer grilled buns.

As for my taste, mainly ketchup, sometimes a spicy brown mustard...and if I'm feeling a bit spicy, some relish and sauerkraut. Jalapenos are always welcome...

Chili dogs are awesome, but I consider that a completely different food group 🤣 And I really dig a good braut if available.
 
@HillbillyHiker This is one of those times where being a New Yorker is helpful. He said Coney not to be confused with Corn Dogs. Coney Island New York, a place famous here for hotdogs too.

Lived in Texas, but where I had my hotdogs they were not grilled but rather steamed. It is interesting that even in the same state, that different areas prepare things like hotdogs and buns differently.

@8thsinner
Those pictures of that food you posted look absolutely amazing, thx for the invite to your home next time I am in your area hint, hint, wink, wink. :)
 
Spenser said:
@HillbillyHiker This is one of those times where being a New Yorker is helpful. He said Coney not to be confused with Corn Dogs. Coney Island New York, a place famous here for hotdogs too.

Lived in Texas, but where I had my hotdogs they were not grilled but rather steamed. It is interesting that even in the same state, that different areas prepare things like hotdogs and buns differently.

@8thsinner
Those pictures of that food you posted look absolutely amazing, thx for the invite to your home next time I am in your area hint, hint, wink, wink. :)
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Happy to share the recipe. On the condition that you show and tell within 7 days.
 
I prefer cheap hotdogs...and they can be raw, boiled, steamed, fried, rolled, grilled, whatever, just give me the damn thing.
I like greek meat sauce, like Nicks in Rochester.
Onions, catsup, mustard and/or any combination is good by me.
I prefer unsteamed and ungrilled buns.
 
@8thsinner have 2 problems with your generous recipe offer, 1st being that I had already have my next weeks' worth of dinners planned out (have a few days of leftover pizza, pork ribs and fired chicken) and I have a credit for another large pizza pie that will cover the 30th to Jan 2nd.

2nd problem, is that I am on a special low iron intake diet due to health reasons, no red meat, and no high iron veggies like spinach, arugula, etc. ok 3 reasons, I also wouldn't be able to get your deli meat here in US.

I have already broken my diet for this holiday month past couple of weeks so need some time before I can try your dishes, but the 1st one looks like it would be worth the consequences of breaking my diet.

I probably would be able to guess what ingredients you have in them with exception of the sliced meat rolls. When I went to the Netherlands, they had a free continental breakfast. It was meant for 2 people, but I was always seated alone as I was a late riser, so had my own sliced breadbasket (with breads I have never tried before) and a sliced meat and cheese tray, neither any of the sliced meat or cheese have I tried here in the states, it also came with a single hardboiled egg, juice, and tea and coffee.

With regard to your statement about the USA and cheese, that actually depends on which state you visit. Here in New York, cheese is a HUGE thing. I had traveled 1st class to Zurich, Switzerland, and visited one of their cheese stores, which only sold cheese, and considering I have traveled to over a 1/5 of the US, I understand why you thought we here as a whole were not big on cheese varieties. New York on the other hand, is completely different.

We have a few markets that stand out Like Whole foods, Food Bazaar, & Northshore farms compared to our other markets like Stop & Shop, King Kullen, Shop Rite, Pathmark, Lidls, Keyfood, and Foodtown that would fit your bill for lacking varieties of cheese.

to give you an idea, here is one of the smaller Whole Foods locations in NYC. The Whole Foods in Long Island New York are vastly larger markets and have an even more extensive cheese section.

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Spenser said:
@8thsinner have 2 problems with your generous recipe offer, 1st being that I had already have my next weeks' worth of dinners planned out (have a few days of leftover pizza, pork ribs and fired chicken) and I have a credit for another large pizza pie that will cover the 30th to Jan 2nd.

2nd problem, is that I am on a special low iron intake diet due to health reasons, no red meat, and no high iron veggies like spinach, arugula, etc. ok 3 reasons, I also wouldn't be able to get your deli meat here in US.

I have already broken my diet for this holiday month past couple of weeks so need some time before I can try your dishes, but the 1st one looks like it would be worth the consequences of breaking my diet.

I probably would be able to guess what ingredients you have in them with exception of the sliced meat rolls. When I went to the Netherlands, they had a free continental breakfast. It was meant for 2 people, but I was always seated alone as I was a late riser, so had my own sliced breadbasket (with breads I have never tried before) and a sliced meat and cheese tray, neither any of the sliced meat or cheese have I tried here in the states, it also came with a single hardboiled egg, juice, and tea and coffee.

With regard to your statement about the USA and cheese, that actually depends on which state you visit. Here in New York, cheese is a HUGE thing. I had traveled 1st class to Zurich, Switzerland, and visited one of their cheese stores, which only sold cheese, and considering I have traveled to over a 1/5 of the US, I understand why you thought we here as a whole were not big on cheese varieties. New York on the other hand, is completely different.

We have a few markets that stand out Like Whole foods, Food Bazaar, & Northshore farms compared to our other markets like Stop & Shop, King Kullen, Shop Rite, Pathmark, Lidls, Keyfood, and Foodtown that would fit your bill for lacking varieties of cheese.

to give you an idea, here is one of the smaller Whole Foods locations in NYC. The Whole Foods in Long Island New York are vastly larger markets and have an even more extensive cheese section.

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
www.youtube.com www.youtube.com

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The appetizer plate, yeah you might have issue getting some things, the beef curry isn't so outlandish but you'd be breaking your iron limit I guess. But its worth it I tell ya, lol
Some of the spanish, italian and romanian, I think meats have fantastic flavors, chorizo, nduja, salami, and pepperoni and half dozen other variants, they make excellent meat and cheese platters with olives, and what not.
Greek food is supposed to be incredible but never been, so...

The cheese thing is just something i've heard over and over on places like this.
You're lucky to have a lot of choice by the sound of it.
 
I have yet to see a dog I didn't like. Since I am in the SW: wrap a good dog in a corn tortilla, add cheese, jalapeno (a green chili or Anaheim Chili or both). However, sometimes it is best not to overthink it: mustard and onions. I grabbed a photo off the 'net. This is a good camp recipe with a slice of bacon. I cook mine on a cast iron grill. When I was based in Yuma, AZ, a cafe served a Southwest Polish Dog!!

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Sorry to hear about your death.

I like 'em with just ketchup, or just mustard. Never both at the same time.
A typical hotdog lunch is three hotdogs, two with either ketchup or mustard, one with the other. Depending on my taste that day.
Sometimes with onions, sometimes plain. Sometimes with fried potatoes and green peppers, sometimes not. Kraut if it's being served, like at a stag, but I am not a kraut fan so need to add mustard. Chili dogs are fine if I'm not worried about the mess. As are Greek hotdogs.
I've even made those Tony Soprano dogs, boiled, split, cream cheese added and served on white bread to hold it. Rippers are good, grilled is good, boiled or sautéed is good. Microwaved is passable in an emergency.
Swimming in a sea of mac and cheese or baked beans is good, too.

Smiths Provisions is the goto hotdog in my AO.
 
Timex said:
I have yet to see a dog I didn't like. Since I am in the SW: wrap a good dog in a corn tortilla, add cheese, jalapeno (a green chili or Anaheim Chili or both). However, sometimes it is best not to overthink it: mustard and onions. I grabbed a photo off the 'net. This is a good camp recipe with a slice of bacon. I cook mine on a cast iron grill. When I was based in Yuma, AZ, a cafe served a Southwest Polish Dog!!

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Those look tasty too!
 
Has anyone else been trying to like a comment only to be redirected to another page asking to confirm that you want to like a person's comment/post?

The other weird thing is this section where I am currently typing was not available to write anything and came up blank, then after a couple of minutes the text screen came back allowing me to write this.
 
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