Gourmet Hot Dog with Cornichons and Pickled Onions
Gourmet Hot Dog with Cornichons and Pickled Onions layers all-beef hot dogs with Dijon mustard, cornichons, pickled onions, and celery salt for a tangy gourmet twist. It’s ideal for cookouts, easy lunch recipes, and summer grilling meals. The crisp pickled toppings balance the savory hot dogs with bright acidity and crunch.
Servings: 4
Calories: 274kcal
Equipment
- Grill or boiling pot
- Toaster or grill for buns
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 all-beef hot dogs
- 4 plain or poppyseed hot dog buns
- 12 whole cornichons
- ½ cup pickled onions
- Dijon mustard to taste
- celery salt to taste
Instructions
- Grill or boil the all-beef hot dogs until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Lightly toast the plain hot dog buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- Place each hot dog in a toasted bun. Spread Dijon mustard on each hot dog.
- Top each hot dog with three whole cornichons. Add a portion of pickled onions on top.
- Sprinkle a dash of celery salt over each assembled hot dog. Skewer each hot dog with toothpicks to secure the toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
Cooking Notes
Lightly toasting the buns improves texture and prevents them from becoming soggy from the toppings. Using quality all-beef hot dogs gives the recipe a stronger savory flavor.
Tips for Best Results:
- Toast the buns just until lightly golden.
- Pat excess liquid from the pickled onions before topping.
- Use whole cornichons for extra crunch and texture.
- Assemble just before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 708mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg
