How To Make An Authentic Chicago Dog! | Ballistic BBQ | Chicago Style Hot Dog

beef hot dog

🥗Healthier: turkey hot dog

💰Cheaper: pork hot dog

Turkey hot dogs are lower in fat, while pork hot dogs are often less expensive.

hot dog bun

🥗Healthier: whole grain bun

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns provide more fiber, while white bread can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Separate the hot dogs from the package.

In a skillet, add about 1 to 1.5 inches of water and bring to a rapid simmer.

Add the hot dogs to the simmering water and roll them occasionally to ensure even cooking for 5 to 7 minutes.

While the hot dogs are cooking, place a cookie cooling rack over the skillet and add the poppy seed buns on top to steam them for about 30 to 40 seconds.

Remove the buns once they are warm and soft but not soggy.

Build the hot dog by adding yellow mustard, fluorescent green relish, a dill pickle spear, pickled sport peppers, and sprinkling celery salt on top.

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