Description
Loaded Scandi Hot Dogs offer a delicious twist on the classic hot dog with traditional Scandinavian toppings like remoulade sauce, pickled cucumbers, and crispy fried onions. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory all-beef hot dogs with fresh and tangy accents to create a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for grilling season or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Dogs and Buns
- 4 hot dog buns
- 4 all-beef hot dogs
- Butter for toasting buns (optional)
Sauces and Condiments
- 1/2 cup remoulade sauce or mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mustard (preferably Dijon or Swedish-style)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices or pickled cucumbers
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or finely shredded cabbage
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Hot Dogs: Grill or boil the hot dogs according to package instructions until they are heated through and lightly browned, ensuring they are juicy and flavorful.
- Toast the Buns: While the hot dogs are cooking, lightly toast the buns in a skillet or on the grill with a bit of butter if desired, to add a rich flavor and prevent sogginess.
- Spread the Sauce: Spread remoulade sauce or mayonnaise evenly inside each toasted bun to create a creamy and tangy base for your toppings.
- Assemble the Hot Dogs: Place the cooked hot dog into each bun, then layer on ketchup, mustard, crispy fried onions, cucumber slices or pickles, diced red onion, and shredded lettuce or cabbage for a perfect blend of textures and flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of fresh dill if desired and serve immediately while the hot dogs are hot for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For an authentic Scandinavian twist, use Danish remoulade and pickled cucumbers.
- You can add shrimp salad or mashed potatoes for the traditional “rød pølse” variation.
- Customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients to suit your taste.
- To keep buns from getting soggy, toast them with butter and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Boiling
- Cuisine: Scandinavian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hot dog
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
