Taco Hot Dogs
Transform your cookout game with these bold and flavorful Taco Hot Dogs, a creative twist on two beloved classics. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party treat, this recipe combines juicy grilled hot dogs with savory taco-seasoned ground beef, all nestled in soft buns. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and a dollop of tangy sour cream, every bite bursts with Tex-Mex flair. A sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips adds a satisfying crunch, while optional jalapeños amp up the heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, these irresistible handheld delights blend the best of tacos and hot dogs in one crave-worthy creation that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces hot dog buns
- 6 pieces hot dogs
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup tortilla chips, crushed
- 0.25 cup jalapeños, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan to medium heat.
Grill the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning frequently, until heated through and lightly charred. Set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked ground beef and add 1 cup of water. Stir well to combine and simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
Place a grilled hot dog in each bun.
Spoon a generous portion of the taco-seasoned ground beef on top of each hot dog.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and a dollop of sour cream.
Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the hot dogs for an added crunch, and add sliced jalapeños if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Taco Hot Dogs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 249.4 g | 320% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.6 g | 538% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 663 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 6721 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.9 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.2 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 180.2 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1804 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 2574 mg | 55% | |
*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.
