10 fresh way to dress your hot dog this summer

[Bea Sunny (:]

Remember when all it took to dress a dog was a squiggle of neon yellow mustard and a splash of ketchup? We've come a long way.

These days, dogs are dressed to the nines. Never mind all the geographic differences (it seems like every major city now has to claim its own distinct way of doing up a hot dog). Chefs and food trucks are getting in on pushing limits, too, topping hot dogs with everything from kimchee to mango chutney.

It's an exciting time to eat a hot dog. To help you create your own delicious masterpiece, we came up with some creative ways to adorn your dog.

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— REUBEN DOG: Sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese, caraway seeds

— HAWAIIAN: Thin slices of fresh pineapple, jalapeno peppers, bacon

— FRENCH PICNIC: Whole-grain mustard, chopped cornichons, aioli (garlic mayonnaise), served on baguette

— THE ITALIAN: Wrap the hotdog in salami before grilling. Top with garlic pickled peppers and sharp provolone

— SWEET PEACH: Chopped fresh or frozen peaches, shaved red onion, barbecue sauce, fresh cilantro

— CAPRESE: Sliced tomatoes, miniature fresh mozzarella balls, torn fresh basil, drizzle of balsamic glaze

— GREEN GARDEN: Scallion mayonnaise, thinly sliced cucumber, fresh tarragon, arugula

— MIDWESTERN: Pepper jack cheese, fresh corn kernels, pickled jalapenos, diced red bell pepper

— BETTY: Grape jelly mixed with brown mustard, topped with crushed kettle-cooked potato chips

— LUMBERJACK: Baked beans, bacon, caramelized onions

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Which way do you like?

 

[DrLeftover]

Somebody must be buying awful cheap hot dogs that taste like absolute crap to have to put all that nonsense on them to cover up the flavor enough that they can choke it down.

 

[JetWing34]

I tried one with chopped bacon, shredded mozzarella, and beef gravy. Felt like I am a northern boy again.

 

[Jazzy]

I'll take mine right off the grill. Toast the buns. Add some yellow mustard and I'm a happy camper. Have to admit, some of those listed really sound sickening.

 

[Sinon]

I just put grated cheese on mine and let it melt a bit on the 'dog.

 

[JetWing34]

I have three other variations of mine for hot dogs:

1 - lettuce, tomatoes, green peppers, onions, and ranch (Farmers Dog)
2 - diced ham, pineapple, and barbecue sauce (Aloha Dog)
3 - shredded mozzarella, green peppers, onions, and A1 steak sauce (Philly Dog)