Best 4 Chicago Style Hot Dog Recipes

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Chicago-style hot dogs are a culinary delight that has captivated taste buds for over a century. Originating in the bustling streets of Chicago, these iconic hot dogs have become a symbol of the city's rich culinary heritage. With their distinct combination of flavors and toppings, Chicago-style hot dogs have earned a loyal following and are a must-try for any food enthusiast visiting the Windy City.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICAGO-STYLE HOT DOG



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The Chicago Dog is a Windy City classic, and a big favorite with sports fans! The frank must be all-beef, the bun must be poppyseed, the ingredients must be piled onto the bun in the order specified. And whatever you do, don't spoil the splendor with ketchup!

Provided by elsaw

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 all-beef hot dog
1 poppyseed hot dog bun
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon sweet green pickle relish
1 tablespoon chopped onion
4 tomato wedges
1 dill pickle spear
2 sport peppers
1 dash celery salt

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, place hot dog in water, and cook 5 minutes or until done. Remove hot dog and set aside. Carefully place a steamer basket into the pot and steam the hot dog bun 2 minutes or until warm.
  • Place hot dog in the steamed bun. Pile on the toppings in this order: yellow mustard, sweet green pickle relish, onion, tomato wedges, pickle spear, sport peppers, and celery salt. The tomatoes should be nestled between the hot dog and the top of the bun. Place the pickle between the hot dog and the bottom of the bun. Don't even think about ketchup!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 30.2 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 2386.7 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

CHICAGO-STYLE HOT DOG WITH HOMEMADE RELISH



Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Homemade Relish image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 natural casing all-beef franks
4 fresh hot dog buns
1 small white onion, finely chopped
8 jarred sport pickled peppers (or sub pickled hot peppers)
Homemade Bread and Butter Relish, for serving, recipe follows
Yellow mustard, for slathering
Hand Cut Fries with Celery Salt, for serving, recipe follows
1 cup bread and butter pickles, finely diced
1 tablespoon pickled cherry peppers, finely diced
1 teaspoon sugar
Vegetable oil
4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
Celery salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Set up a large pot with a steamer insert and steam the franks until warm, about 5 minutes. When the franks are almost done, place the buns on top of the franks to steam, 1 to 2 minutes. Place the franks in the buns and top each with some of the onions, 2 peppers, some Homemade Bread and Butter Relish and slather with mustard. To serve, top the franks with a handful of Hand Cut Fries with Celery Salt, wrap each frank in foil and let steam, 2 to 3 minutes, before eating. Eat on the towel-lined trunk of a car.
  • Combine the pickles, peppers and sugar in a bowl and mix well. Serve.
  • Fill a 6-quart heavy pot or Dutch oven two-thirds of the way full with oil. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until a deep-fat thermometer registers 375 degrees F.
  • Cut the potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick sticks. Fry the potatoes in batches, until golden brown, 8 minutes per batch. Transfer the potatoes with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with celery salt and serve immediately.

CHICAGO-STYLE HOT DOG



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"The secret weapon in my homemade relish is a couple of cherry peppers - they pack a little heat and a lot of sweetness."

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Steamed Hot Dog
  • Cook in a steamer basket set in a pot with a few inches of simmering water, covered, 5 to 7 minutes; add buns during the last minute.
  • Bread-and-Butter Relish
  • Combine 1 cup diced bread-and-butter pickles, 1 tablespoon diced pickled cherry peppers and 1 teaspoon sugar in a small bowl.
  • Yellow Mustard
  • White Onion
  • Celery-Salt Fries
  • Bake 2 cups frozen french fries as the label directs. Toss with 1/2 teaspoon celery salt, and salt to taste.
  • Sport Peppers (or other pickled hot peppers)

CHICAGO STYLE HOT DOG



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Growing up in Chicago, we often went to Superdawg to indulge in some Chicago hot dogs. Years later, they're still in business in the same location. While it's not always possible to get the exact ingredients, this kind of replicates the goodness if not the ambiance! Traditionally served with french fries. If you can't find sport...

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 poppy-seed bun
1 all-beef natural casing wiener
yellow mustard
sweet relish (the brighter green the better)
chopped white onion
2 sport peppers
2 tomato slices
1 kosher dill pickle spear
celery salt

Steps:

  • 1. Cook hot dog in hot water or steam it. Steam the bun (if you can). Place dog in the bun.
  • 2. Distribute yellow mustard, onions, relish along length of the dog.
  • 3. Cut tomato slices in half and tuck them in along the dog. Lay sport peppers on dog.
  • 4. Sprinkle celery salt over all and lay the pickle on the top. Enjoy. Wipe your chin.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the hot dog will be. Look for fresh, locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the hot dog. Hot dogs are best when they are cooked just until they are heated through. Overcooking will make them tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality bun. The bun is an important part of the hot dog experience. Look for a bun that is soft and fluffy, and that can hold up to the toppings.
  • Be generous with the toppings. The toppings are what make a Chicago-style hot dog so special. Don't be afraid to pile them on!
  • Serve the hot dog immediately. Chicago-style hot dogs are best when they are served immediately after they are made. The toppings will start to wilt if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

The Chicago-style hot dog is a delicious and iconic sandwich that is enjoyed by people all over the world. With its unique combination of toppings, the Chicago-style hot dog is a must-try for any food lover.

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