Hot Dog Bar Beef Franks (Printable Version)

A customizable hot dog bar with juicy beef franks and various classic and creative toppings.

# What You Need:

→ Main Components

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 pickle relish
06 - 1/2 cup chopped onions
07 - 1/2 cup sauerkraut, drained
08 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise

→ Creative Toppings

10 - 1/2 cup jalapeño slices
11 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
12 - 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
13 - 1/2 cup coleslaw
14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
15 - 1/4 cup sriracha or hot sauce
16 - 1/4 cup crumbled bacon

→ Accompaniments

17 - Potato chips or fries
18 - Dill pickle spears

# Directions:

01 - Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
02 - Grill beef franks for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through and slightly charred.
03 - Warm hot dog buns on the grill or in the oven for 2-3 minutes until soft and lightly toasted.
04 - Arrange all toppings in small bowls for easy access.
05 - Place each beef frank in a bun and let guests customize with their favorite toppings. Serve hot with accompaniments on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Guests customize exactly what they want without anyone having to play short order cook
  • The topping bar setup keeps conversation flowing while people build their perfect creation
02 -
  • Cold buns can make even the best hot dog feel like a letdown so never skip the warming step
  • Group your toppings in logical order like condiments first then crunchy toppings last so the line keeps moving
03 -
  • Line your serving bowls with colorful paper towels for easy cleanup and a festive look
  • Offer at least one unexpected topping like the fried onions that always disappear first