Southwestern Hot Dogs Food

SONORAN STYLE HOT DOG

Steps:

• Wrap each dog evenly in 1 slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick at both ends and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the bacon and help it adhere.
• Heat a grill or grill pan for medium heat. Grill each side of the hot dogs until the bacon is extra crispy but not burnt. It is import to control the heat to insure the hot dogs get properly warmed through and the bacon does not burn or undercook. Set aside.
• Butter the outsides of the "pocketed" rolls and gently griddle them until just golden brown.
• Layer a schmear of warm refried beans on the bottom of each roll followed by a bacon-wrapped dog. Top with the avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos and a squiggly drizzle of Zesty Mayo. Garnish with some cilantro leaves and serve with your favorite hot sauce.
• Combine the cilantro, mayonnaise, hot sauce, lime zest and juice and some salt and pepper in a bowl and whisk until well blended.

SOUTHWEST STYLE HOTDOGS

Steps:

• Combine all of the ingredients for the salsa in a large bowl and toss.
• Place the hotdog in the hotdog bun; top with the salsa and shredded cheese.
• Preheat Oven 350 degrees F.
• Place the prepare hotdog in the oven for 5 - 6 minutes; just long enough to melt the shredded cheese.
• Remove from oven and serve.

SOUTHWESTERN CHILI DOG

Steps:

• Grill or heat hotdogs. Combine chili and chipotle sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat, and heat through.
• To assemble, place hot dogs in buns. Top each with chili, salsa, sour cream, cheese, tortilla chips and green onion.
• Serve with plenty of napkins.