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Mexican Street Hot Dogs

Cultural Context

Mexican Street Hot Dogs, or 'Perros Calientes', are a popular street food found in bustling markets and street corners across Mexico. These hot dogs are often wrapped in bacon and topped with a variety of flavorful ingredients, making them a beloved snack for locals and visitors alike. The combination of savory, spicy, and creamy toppings reflects the vibrant culinary culture of Mexico, and they have gained popularity in other countries as a fun and indulgent twist on traditional hot dogs.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 hot dogs
8 slices bacon
4 hot dog buns
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons mustard
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 cup diced jalapeños
1/4 cup diced onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 lime
1/2 cup shredded cheese
1 avocado
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: pickled jalapeños

Banana peppers are milder and lower in heat.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with less fat.

1

Wrap each hot dog with bacon and secure with toothpicks.

2

Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.

3

Cook bacon-wrapped hot dogs until bacon is crispy, about 8-10 minutes.

4

Toast hot dog buns on the grill until golden, about 1-2 minutes.

5

Spread mayonnaise on the inside of each bun.

6

Place cooked hot dogs in the buns.

7

Drizzle with mustard and ketchup to taste.

8

Top with diced jalapeños, onions, and cilantro.

9

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the toppings.

10

Sprinkle cheese and chili powder on top.

11

Add slices of avocado and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

12

Season with black pepper and salt to taste.

13

Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Hot Dogs Estilo MexicanoPerros Calientes Mexicanos
Local Name: hot dogs callejeros

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