Description
This Big Mac Hot Dogs recipe combines the fun of a classic hot dog with the iconic flavors of a Big Mac. Featuring grilled hot dogs topped with seasoned ground beef, special sauce, shredded lettuce, onions, pickles, and cheddar cheese inside toasted sesame seed buns, this dish is a delightful twist on two favorites that’s perfect for a tasty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Hot Dogs and Toppings
- 4 beef hot dogs
- 4 hot dog buns (preferably sesame seed)
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup dill pickle slices (or chopped pickles)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for topping)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (optional)
For the Special Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch of paprika
Instructions
- Make the Special Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of paprika until well combined. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef seasoned with salt and black pepper. Cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Grill or Pan-Fry the Hot Dogs: Grill or pan-fry the beef hot dogs over medium heat until heated through and slightly crisp on the outside, usually about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Toast the Buns: Lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill or in a skillet until golden and warm. Optionally sprinkle sesame seeds on the buns and brush with butter before toasting for extra flavor.
- Assemble the Big Mac Hot Dogs: Spread a little special sauce inside each toasted bun. Place a hot dog inside, then top with a generous spoonful of cooked ground beef, shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onions, pickle slices, shredded cheddar cheese, and add more special sauce on top as desired.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the loaded Big Mac Hot Dogs warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, lightly brush the buns with butter before toasting.
- You can melt the cheddar cheese on top under the broiler for a warm, melty finish.
- Use fresh, crunchy iceberg lettuce for the classic Big Mac texture.
- Adjust the amount of special sauce to your taste preferences.
- Make sure the ground beef is finely crumbled for even topping over the hot dogs.
