Spicy Sweet Dogs
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these bold and vibrant Spicy Sweet Dogs! Perfect for grill season, this easy 25-minute recipe takes classic beef hot dogs to a whole new level with a flavor-packed combination of caramelized jalapeños, red onions, and BBQ-honey sauce. The sweetness of brown sugar and honey perfectly balances the heat of jalapeños and optional hot sauce, while melty cheddar cheese adds a rich, gooey finish. Toasted buns provide just the right touch of crunch, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a pop of freshness. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a unique weeknight meal, these Spicy Sweet Dogs are guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces hot dog buns
- 4 pieces beef hot dogs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces jalapeños, sliced
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
Place the hot dogs on the grill and cook for about 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through with grill marks.
While the hot dogs cook, melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced jalapeños and red onions to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the jalapeños and onions, stirring well to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is caramelized. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, mix the barbecue sauce, honey, and hot sauce (if using) until well combined.
Lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and warm.
Assemble the Spicy Sweet Dogs: Place each grilled hot dog inside a toasted bun. Spoon the caramelized jalapeño and onion mixture over the hot dogs.
Drizzle the barbecue-honey sauce generously on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
458 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 879 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 205 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
