Description
This Big Mac Hot Dogs recipe combines the classic flavors of a Big Mac burger with the convenience and fun of hot dogs. Featuring a homemade Big Mac special sauce, melted American cheese, toasted sesame seed buns, and all the classic toppings like shredded lettuce, dill pickle slices, and white onion, these hot dogs are a crowd-pleasing twist that can be ready in just 30 minutes and serve 8 people.
Ingredients
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Big Mac Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or white distilled vinegar
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Main Ingredients
- 8 bun-length beef hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 16 slices American cheese
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- Dill pickle slices
- Finely diced white onion
Instructions
- Make Big Mac Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, ketchup, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt until thoroughly combined. Set aside for later use.
- Cook Hot Dogs: Cook the beef hot dogs using your preferred method. Options include a grill pan on the stovetop, a skillet pan, or an outdoor grill, cooking until heated through and slightly charred if desired.
- Toast Buns: While hot dogs cook, place the hot dog buns on a baking sheet and broil in the oven just until warmed through. Remove from oven, brush the buns with melted butter while still warm, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Melt Cheese: Place two slices of American cheese inside each toasted bun. Return the buns to the broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese perfectly.
- Assemble and Serve: Add about ¼ cup of shredded lettuce on top of the melted cheese in each bun. Place a grilled hot dog on top of the lettuce, tuck 3-4 dill pickle slices alongside the hot dog, sprinkle finely diced white onion over the top, and drizzle generously with the Big Mac special sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can grill the hot dogs outdoors or cook them indoors using a grill pan or skillet based on your preference and weather conditions.
- Broiling the buns and melting the cheese is key to achieving the classic Big Mac-style flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of Big Mac sauce based on personal taste or dietary preferences.
- For a twist, try using turkey or veggie hot dogs to make a different variation.
- The recipe yields 8 servings, perfect for a family meal or casual gathering.
