Brooklyn's Corniest Hot Dogs Recipe

Name: Brooklyn's Corniest Hot Dogs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices thick cut bacon, cut into small lardons; 2 large onions, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 3 ears corn, kernels removed; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 4 hot dogs (recommended: Boar's Head natural casing); 1 tablespoon piri-piri hot sauce (recommended: Mazi); 4 potato buns (recommended: Martin's); 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (recommended: Kewpie); 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard; 1/4 cup grated Cotija cheese; Pinch cayenne pepper; 1/2 lime, quartered

Servings: persons

3 slices thick cut bacon, cut into small lardons
2 large onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 ears corn, kernels removed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
4 hot dogs (recommended: Boar's Head natural casing)
1 tablespoon piri-piri hot sauce (recommended: Mazi)
4 potato buns (recommended: Martin's)
4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (recommended: Kewpie)
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1/4 cup grated Cotija cheese
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 lime, quartered

1
Saute the lardons in a frying pan over medium heat until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crispy.
2
Reserve the bacon lardons for garnish and reserve bacon fat for cooking the onions.
3
Caramelized onions:
4
Put the onions into the bacon fat, season with a 1/2 teaspoon of salt to draw out moisture and cook gently over medium heat until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
5
Reserve.
6
Corn:
7
Put 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a hot pan over medium heat.
8
When the oil starts to smoke, add the corn kernels 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste.
9
Saute over high heat until the corn starts to caramelize, stirring frequently.
10
Remove from heat and add 1 tablespoon cilantro.
11
Reserve for later.
12
Hot dogs:
13
Heat a grill to high.
14
Put the hot dogs on the grill and sear until slightly charred.
15
Brush lightly with hot sauce while still on the grill.
16
Meanwhile, brush the inside of the buns with melted butter and arrange, butter side down, on the grill.
17
Grill until lightly golden brown, about 30 seconds.
18
Assembly:
19
Thinly spread the mayonnaise and mustard on each bun.
20
Put the hot dogs into the buns and sprinkle with a tablespoon of caramelized onions.
21
Top with a tablespoon of lardons and 2 tablespoons of corn mixture.
22
Sprinkle each with 1/2 tablespoon of Cotija cheese and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
23
Squeeze a little lime on each hot dog and serve.

535

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices thick cut bacon, cut into small lardons, 2 large onions, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, 2 tablespoons canola oil, and more.

Yes, Brooklyn's Corniest Hot Dogs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Brooklyn's Corniest Hot Dogs

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