50 Hot Dogs by State of America
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This collection of recipes features variations of various hot dog fillings.
America — the land of the free and the birthplace of the hot dog. It most likely originated in Germany, but it truly became popular in the United States. We've compiled toppings from all 50 states, resulting in a truly diverse flavor spectrum.
Idaho: Mashed Potatoes
Idaho is known for its strength, so any self-respecting resident will fight for a hot dog with delicious mashed potatoes, paired with chives and sour cream.
Iowa: succotash
We chose a dish that reflects the long history of farming in this great state: succotash. It's a mixture of corn and beans with the addition of sweet peppers, just for kicks.
Alabama: Roasted Peanuts
Roasted peanuts add a little Southern sass and crunch, so give them a try. A little peanut butter will also add just the right amount of flavor.
Alaska: Grilled Onions in Coca-Cola
In Alaska, hot dogs are eaten differently: they're made from caribou (reindeer). So what's the solution for those not up for such an experiment? Caramelized onions marinated in Coca-Cola are an unbeatable substitute for caribou, and you don't even need a plane ticket.
Arizona: Tamale Dog
Arizona natives are lucky: the weather is great and corn on the cob is abundant for tamales. Wrap mashed corn in corn husks and you have a great hot dog base. Top the tamale with a beef sausage, split lengthwise, and add a little pepper to the center.
Arkansas: Cheese Sauce
The cheese dip is simply amazing. The Arkansas version is a spicy (not nacho) sauce that's eaten with a hot dog. Serve it in a separate bowl; you'll have a blast dipping your hot dog.
Wyoming: Buffalo Wing Sauce
In Wyoming, the most delicious hot dogs are those made with buffalo meat. But even if all you have is a bottle of buffalo sauce and a desire to make a Wyoming-style hot dog, you can still make a great option.
Washington: Cream cheese and sriracha sauce
We're not sure what we were thinking when we generously doused a Washington sausage with Sriracha sauce and topped it with cream cheese. However, we can assure you this unusual combination tastes great.
Seattle - in this city you will be served a combination that will surprise you, but it is very tasty. Topping from bratwurst sausages, cream cheese, shredded cabbage, topped with Sriracha sauce and sprinkled with jalapeño rings.
Wisconsin: Cheddar cheese
In a state where cheese is a major producer, it's a great addition to hot dogs. We don't insist on melting the cheese, but it does make the hot dog taste better.
Vermont: Gherkins and Maple Syrup
"Sugar on Snow" is a Vermont fair tradition; don't miss the opportunity to try this delicacy. But if you can't make it to the maple state, make this hot dog instead. Simply slice pickles and dip them in maple syrup. Drizzle the hot dog with the syrup, too.
Virginia: ham
Virginia is known for its country ham, and there's no better place for it than on a hot dog.
Hawaii: Ham and Pineapple
Sliced ham and crushed pineapple combine perfectly in this Hawaiian hot dog.
Delaware: Sea Salt and Vinegar Chips
If you've ever been to the beach in Delaware, you know they always serve chips with sea salt and vinegar. Need a substitute? Then some crushed salted potato chips are a much smarter alternative than a trip to the state.
Georgia: Peaches
Peaches are so good this time of year that you should definitely add them to your hot dogs.
In Georgia, you can also try an open-faced hot dog. It's an open bun topped with chili, split sausage, chopped onions and gherkins, crumbled cheese, and topped with saltine crackers flavored with oysters.
West Virginia: chili, cabbage, onion and mustard
West Virginia could win the "Best Recipe" award, as every element is important: cabbage, chili, onion, and whole grain mustard. Layer it for exceptional flavor.
Illinois: Vegetable Relish
Don't even think about putting ketchup on a hot dog in this state's capital, Chicago. A Chicago-style hot dog is topped with fresh tomatoes, pickles, onions, and a beautiful bright green vegetable relish, finished off with mustard and celery salt.
Chicago-Style Hot Dogs with Homemade Pickled Vegetables
Indiana: corn dog
Indiana is known for corn, and the word that sounds like it corn dog This will be perfect for the state's featured recipe. This crusty dog is also incredibly delicious.
California: bacon and avocado sausage
California is a long state with several registered hot dog recipes, but one thing is certain: a hot dog must be wrapped in bacon. Bonus points for sliced avocado.
Kansas: Popcorn
Popcorn lovers, rejoice – you can and should put popcorn on your hot dogs. It's the perfect balance of salty and crunchy flavor with the sweetness of a milky sausage.
Kentucky: bacon-wrapped sausage, turkey, Mornay sauce
The hot dog sandwich is a traditional Kentucky sandwich, so we've turned it into a hot dog: grill a bacon-wrapped sausage. Make Mornay sauce while the sausage is cooling. Fill the sausage bun with sliced turkey, which you then simmer in the sauce until it's bubbling and dark. Enjoy!
Colorado: Jalapeño
Colorado is perfect for green chili—jalapeno peppers grow like crazy in Colorado's climate and go in everything. Even hot dogs.
In Denver, they also don't shy away from adding green chili peppers to their hot dogs, which they serve with chopped red onions and sour cream.
Connecticut: Parmesan, roasted garlic, mozzarella, clams
White Clam Pizza is pure Connecticut, so try this hot dog version: place a sausage in a bun, grate some Parmesan cheese, and top with a few clams. Then grill until the clams are cooked through and the cheese is melted. Top with some fried garlic and a generous amount of oregano.
Louisiana: Cajun Gravy
We all know the legendary foods of Louisiana: crawfish, beignets, muffalettas, gumbo. But there's one Louisiana recipe that seems truly made for hot dogs: Creole Gravy Sauce (Tomato Gravy).
You can also make a hot dog using this state's recipe, with a sausage buried under a layer of melted Gruyere cheese in a long baguette bun.
Massachusetts: Baked Beans
Boston baked beans, aromatic and slightly sweet in taste, will be the perfect complement to a hot dog.
Michigan: Chili Sauce
This hot dog stands out among other Midwestern hot dogs due to its distinct style. Hailing from Detroit, the hot dog is chili meat sauce (minced meat), with chopped onions and mustard. The world will forever be grateful to you, Detroit!
Minnesota: Heinz Sweet Relish
Some Minnesotans might say they can't imagine a hot dog any other way. Topped with a vegetable spawn (pickled bell peppers, onions, and gherkins), these hot dogs taste sweet—and we're not going to argue with that established preference.
Mississippi: Pimento Cheese
Pimento cheese can be found throughout the country, serving as both a thick dip and a processed cheese. But nowhere does this versatile ingredient shine more than on a hot dog.
Missouri: Melted Swiss cheese, mustard, and sauerkraut
Kansas City, on the banks of the Missouri River, is known for its hot dog stuffed with melted Swiss cheese, plenty of sauerkraut, and mustard. Bonus: use pork sausage and a sesame seed bun.
Montana: Oysters
An odd choice, to say the least. But no one cooks oysters like Montana residents, so they've earned their rightful place on the honor roll of famous hot dogs.
Maine: lobster
Why eat a hot dog when you can have a lobster roll? And together, they sound even better. Fill a hot dog with lobster and lettuce—it's pure bliss.
Maine-Style Lobster Hot Dogs
Maryland: Crab Meat
Like the aforementioned lobster roll, a Maryland crab hot dog is a joy, just like the local surf. The more Baltimore blue crab, the better—we love it when it's served with crab cakes as a snack.
This state also has another interesting hot dog, made from cooked mortadella sausage. The ground meat used to make this sausage is then used to make sausages. They are then wrapped in bacon and baked. One half of the bun is generously spread with mustard.
Nebraska: "sausage in dough"
This looks like something you'd find on the street. The dough that surrounds the sausage in these hot dogs pays homage to the state's Eastern European heritage. To make one, simply wrap the sausage in pizza dough and bake at 180 degrees for about 20 minutes (until the dough and sausage are ready).
Nevada: Pine Nuts
Nevada is famous for Las Vegas. And Las Vegas is one of the largest producers of pine nuts in the country. Their rich, buttery flavor pairs perfectly with hot dogs.
New Hampshire: French fries with shredded cheese and hot gravy (Poutine)
Poutine is a filling dish, and those who love it are clearly food lovers. This hot dog is inspired by French-Canadian history and is served with fries, gravy, and plenty of your favorite cheeses (feta, mozzarella, suluguni, feta).
New Jersey: Potatoes, bell peppers, and onions
A lesser-known New Jersey hot dog is the Italian hot dog: a sausage cooked in oil and served on a flatbread or Italian bread with potatoes, onions, and bell pepperSimply boil the potatoes until tender, dice them, and then mix them with peppers and onions. Enjoy the delicious flavor!
Italian-style hot dog
Hot dogs with grilled chicken sausages and sweet potato fries
New Mexico: chili sauce, sour cream, chips
The magic of these chips is that they're eaten straight from the bag. But this hot dog doesn't require a bag. Simply place the hot dog in a bun, top with chili (a meat sauce without the beans) and cheese, then grill until the cheese is melted and the hot dog is piping hot. Top with Lay's chips and sour cream.
New York: Onion Dip
No New York hot dog from a vending cart is complete without the sauce that street hot dogs come with. You can buy it at most supermarkets or make your own by mixing caramelized onions with a little ketchup and Tabasco hot sauce.
A hot dog sausage from a street vendor in New York City
Coney Island will introduce you to its own version of a hot dog. It features a fluffy, round bun and a small, appropriately sized sausage. You'll get a hot dog stuffed with chili sauce, onions, and finely shredded cheddar.
Ohio: Coleslaw, French fries, and onions
Ohio has a great recipe: a hot dog with fries, cabbage, and onions. Not everyone can handle eating more than one.
Cleveland will win you over with its simple and straightforward hot dog recipe: the sausage comes with sausage, French fries, hot sauce and coleslaw.
Oklahoma: Fried Okra
Oklahoma is known for its fried okra — the dish is so good that it definitely needs to be added to the picnic menu.
Oregon: Mushrooms
A true Oregon hot dog should be completely vegetarian, but instead, we'll top the meat with sautéed mushrooms. This hot dog is quite filling, making it a perfect snack after a hard day at work.
Pennsylvania: Cheese Sauce
A new use has been found for spray-canned processed cheese, namely as part of a Pennsylvania hot dog with cheese sauce, filled with chopped steak. The hot dog is also popular in Philadelphia.
Rhode Island: Spicy Chili Sauce
Rhode Island goes beyond simple meat chili sauce. The fine folks of Rhode Island have elevated meat to a new level by adding an impressive array of spices: cumin, paprika, chili powder, and allspice.
Feel free to add mustard, celery salt and onion if you're feeling experimental.
North Dakota: Sauerkraut
Don't underestimate the power of sauerkraut. It's the simplest form of happiness.
Hot dog with sauerkraut
North Carolina: Cole Slaw, Onions, and Chili
North Carolina has created something beautiful: half coleslaw, half chili, topped with onions, and you have a hot dog that will change the way you think about sandwiches forever.
Tennessee: Ripe Tomatoes
Tennessee is known for its barbecue, good music, and (from now on) summer tomatoes, which grace the hot dogs. Just find the ripest tomato, dice it, and put it in a bun.
On the Memphis menu, you'll find a hot dog with a bacon-wrapped sausage and green onion filling, topped with barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese.
Texas: Chili and Pickled Jalapeños
Chili is a big thing in Texas. Just top a hot dog with beef chili (no beans) and a pickled jalapeño.
Florida: Mango Salsa
Many Miamians love the hot dog mayo, but we decided to replace it with a generous serving of mango salsa.
Miami-style hot dog
South Dakota: Barbecue Skewers
In South Dakota, they call it a Chislic. It's a traditional dish of grilled red meat served on toothpicks. Here's our take on the hot dog: cut the meat into chunks, grill it, and top it with sauce. (A bun is optional, but recommended.)
South Carolina: Cole Slaw and Mustard
Kale and mustard: why didn't we think of this? Way to go, South Carolina!
Utah: Fry Sauce
Utahns love this sauce: a simple (or complex) combination of ketchup and mayonnaise with added red wine vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and buttermilk that can transform your hot dog into something worthy of worship.
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