Hot Dog with Onions Ketchup (Printable)
Juicy hot dogs nestled in buns, layered with sautéed onions and tangy ketchup. A quick and tasty comfort food.
# Ingredient List:
→ Hot Dogs
01 - 4 beef or pork hot dog sausages
02 - 4 hot dog buns
→ Onions
03 - 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
05 - 1 pinch salt
→ Condiments
06 - 4 tablespoons ketchup
# Directions:
01 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add unsalted butter and thinly sliced onion. Sprinkle with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
02 - While onions are cooking, heat the hot dog sausages using preferred method—grill, pan-fry, or simmer in hot water—until fully warmed, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Lightly toast the hot dog buns if desired.
04 - Place one hot dog sausage into each bun.
05 - Arrange sautéed onions over each hot dog and drizzle with ketchup. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Simple and fast meal for busy days
- Needs only a skillet and a few simple tools
- Customizable with endless toppings
- Classic flavor combination that both kids and adults enjoy
- Ready in just about twenty minutes from start to plate
02 -
- High in protein and satisfying for all ages
- Great base recipe for parties and gatherings
- Easy to adapt for vegetarian options or unique flavors
03 -
- Choose a skillet with a wide surface area for even onion caramelization
- Do not rush the onions low slow heat builds the sweetest flavor
- Try steaming buns over simmering water for extra softness
- Let each guest top their own hot dog for more fun and less fuss