How to make completos

frankfurters

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: guacamole

Mashed peas offer a similar texture at a lower cost.

salsa

🥗Healthier: fresh pico de gallo

💰Cheaper: store-bought salsa

Pico de gallo is fresher and lower in preservatives.

Grill or boil the frankfurters until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.

Slice the hot dog buns lengthwise without cutting all the way through.

Place the cooked frankfurter in the bun.

Spread a generous amount of mayonnaise on top of the frankfurter.

Add sliced avocado evenly over the mayonnaise.

Spoon salsa over the avocado layer.

Top with chopped tomatoes and onions as desired.

Add sauerkraut for tanginess if using.

Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and jalapeños for heat.

Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and a dash of pepper.

Serve immediately with extra toppings on the side.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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