(Hot) Dog Days of Summer Recipes
July 21, 2021This Summer is shaping up to be a great one for being outside and barbecuing with friends and family! Our Fearless Franks are a summer grilling staple, and can be dressed up or down in a thousand different ways. That’s why we’re celebrating these (Hot) Dog Days of Summer by putting together some funky and unique hot dog recipes. Check out some of the inspired Hot Dog recipes below, and don’t forget the mustard!
If it ain’t broke. . .Don’t fix it! The classic Chicago Dog is world-renowned and loved by millions. Pickle spear, diced onions, tomatoes, plenty of yellow mustard and a poppy seed bun, and don’t forget the green relish and celery salt!
Two summertime classics coming together! The BLT and our Fearless Franks were meant for each other– especially if the bacon is Niman Ranch Applewood Smoked.
Grilled pineapple is a great addition to any summer grill meal, and a tangy teriyaki mayo and some fresh veggie crunch makes this island dog stand out.
Sometimes, one kind of meat on your bun is just not enough. The addition of Niman Ranch Applewood Smoked Pulled Pork (or Shredded Beef) can transform your average hot dog experience into something a bit more exciting.
Sometimes a hot dog is not just a hot dog, but also a spicy one! Using this fermented Korean cabbage dish as a topper for your frank is a unique way to turn up the heat– if you need even more, add a little gochujang (Korean chili paste)!
Three truly American ingredients come together in this hot dog hit: hot dog, mac & cheese, and delicious smoked bacon. We added some chives for color but the truth is this thing is about perfect as is!
A brat this is not. But our Jumbo Fearless Franks truly fill out a pretzel bun in style. Add in some warm sauerkraut and a drizzle of whole grain mustard (or another suitably Bavarian mustard) and you’ll be singing along to Oktoberfest polkas in no time.
Part Tex, part Mex, part Frankfurter. Meet the quesadilladog: the perfect summer snack for those who just can’t choose between a hot dog and a quesadilla. We recommend hot sauce and sour cream (and maybe a fork).
This hot dog has everything! Everything seasoning that is. It started out as a bagel, but Everything is spreading, and it was only a matter of time before it reached the world of hot dogs. These are great for kids, adults, and pretty much everyone.
Last but not least, this unique dog draws from a famous Vietnamese sandwich. Crisp veggies, zingy pickled carrot slaw, and some sriracha mayo served on a baguette.
Whether you love a plain dog, one with extra mustard, or a dressed up fancy dog with pickled carrots, we’re happy you are taking part in the (Hot) Dog Days of Summer this year and choosing Niman Ranch when you grill. Making summer special is what we’re all about, and doing so with Humanely Raised products sourced exclusively from US family farms is who we are.