Hot Dog Bar Beef Franks (Print Version)
Juicy beef franks paired with classic and creative toppings for easy gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Beef Franks & Buns
01 - 8 beef franks
02 - 8 hot dog buns
→ Classic Toppings
03 - 1/2 cup yellow mustard
04 - 1/2 cup ketchup
05 - 1/2 cup sweet relish
06 - 1 small white onion, finely diced
07 - 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
08 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
→ Gourmet Toppings
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
11 - 1 avocado, sliced
12 - 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
13 - 1/2 cup coleslaw
14 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
15 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
→ Optional Sides
16 - Potato chips or French fries
17 - Pickle spears
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Cook beef franks using your preferred method: grill, boil, or pan-fry until heated through and lightly browned, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
02 - Toast hot dog buns on the grill, in the oven, or microwave until soft and slightly warmed through.
03 - Arrange all toppings in small bowls or on serving platters for easy self-service access.
04 - Place cooked franks into warmed buns and invite guests to customize with their choice of toppings and sides.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The interactive nature means zero complaints from picky eaters because everyone controls exactly what goes on their plate
- Most of the work happens beforehand leaving you free to actually hang out with your people instead of being stuck in the kitchen
- Leftover toppings transform into next day taco salads or sandwich toppings so nothing goes to waste
02 -
- Room temperature toppings taste better than cold ones straight from the fridge so take everything out about thirty minutes before serving
- Cheese melts best when sprinkled on immediately after placing the hot frank in the bun
- Provide small plates for toppings because people will inevitably overload and need a place to put the extras
03 -
- Warm your serving bowls with hot water for a few minutes before adding toppings so everything stays hot longer
- Pre slice soft toppings like tomatoes and avocado but keep firm toppings like onions for people to chop themselves if they prefer larger pieces