Chicago Hot Dog

Method

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1. Bring a wide pan of water to a gentle simmer. Add the frankfurters and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, until heated through and plump.

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2. Steam the buns for 1 minute in a steamer basket over the simmering water, or wrap them in a damp cloth and microwave for 15 seconds, until soft and warm.

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3. Put a frankfurter in each bun and add the toppings in this order: mustard, relish, onion, two tomato wedges, a pickle spear and two sport peppers.

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4. Finish with a dash of celery salt and serve at once.

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Chef’s Tips

• Do not add ketchup. In Chicago it is regarded as a mistake.
• Simmer the frankfurters gently and do not boil them, or the skins split.
• Warm the buns. A cold bun turns the whole thing stiff.

Pairing Suggestions

• French fries
• A cold cola
• Cheddar chips

Storage & Reheating

Best assembled and eaten at once. Keep the cooked frankfurters in the fridge up to 3 days.

Common questions

Nutritional Highlights

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.