I don’t really care where the hot dog originated – all I care is that we’re able to eat them from time to time. And, societally speaking, we eat them A LOT! No matter the spring or summer holiday, from Memorial Day to Labor Day and every holiday in between, we’re a nation who loves our hot dogs. We pull them out for BBQ’s, quick dinners on busy weeknights, graduation parties, retirement shindigs and the 4th of July. Sometimes we yank them out for a quick afternoon snack, too.

We grill them, boil them, microwave them, air fryer them, roast them over an open flame and cook them a dozen other ways. Heck, some people still pull them out of the fridge and eat them raw…ummm…yuck

Anywho, the hot dog is just a quintessential part of the American culture. Just like baseball, apple pie and muscle cars, the hot dog is a classic.

In honor of the amazing hot dog, I’ve rounded up some unique hot dog recipes, sure to make you rethink how you’ve been serving your dogs all these years. While some recipes are a bit more aligned with the traditional dogs, others are definitely a tad different and march to the beat of their very own hot dog drummer

The next time you’re pulling out the dogs, be sure to step out of your comfort zone and give one of these new ones a try. Pair them with your favorite salad and you’ll be all set for your next cookout, holiday or family dinner.

All American Club Dogs

Just as the name suggests, all American club dogs are modeled after your favorite club sammich and feature toppings like bacon, cheese, lettuce and tomato! They don’t stray too far from the classic dog – but there is definitely a bit of added flair.

Arugula & Radish Relish Grilled Hot Dogs

A touch of peppery arugula combined with a homemade radish relish is just what’s needed to create this great gourmet dog with a totally different flavor profile. A combo of yellow and honey mustard rounds out this flavorful and extremely unique take on a dog.

Bacon Wrapped Sonoran Hot Dogs

A combination taco and hot dog are what you’ll get with this fun take on a hot dog. The hot dog is wrapped in bacon and topped with queso fresco, red onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, sour cream and hot sauce. Oh my heaven. Did I mention the bun is slathered with refried beans? If you’re a Mexican food fan, be sure to give this one a try.

Banh Mi Turkey Hot Dogs

Have you ever had the ever-popular Vietnamese banh mi sammich? First of all, if you haven’t, go find somewhere to get an authentic one! Right now! They’re amazing. This spin on the hot dog features traditional Banh Mi ingredients such as carrot, daikon, cucumber, mint and cilantro, all topped with rice vinegar and siracha and served atop a hot dog! OMG. And why not?

Carrot Dogs for the Grill (Vegan)

For the vegans out there, how about giving a carrot dog a try. The ‘meatiness’ of the carrots along with the flavor from the marinade and the grill give you just the right flavor and ersatz hot-dog eating experience.

Chicago Dog

Just like with BBQ, every state or region has their own method of serving hot dogs. The Chicago dog features brown mustard, relish, pickles, onion, tomato and hot peppers. And I promise – there’s plenty of room for the hot dog with all those amazing toppings.

Coney Island Hot Dogs

You simply can’t go wrong with a good old-fashioned Coney dog with onions, chili sauce and mustard. And, seriously, take the time to make some homemade Coney sauce – it truly does make a world of difference. What’s better to serve at your BBQ’s all summer long, huh?

Greek Hummus and Tzatziki Hot Dog

I’m a big fan of Greek food and the delectable flavors that go into everything Greek. I also love hummus, but I confess I never thought of putting it on a hot dog – until now. The Greek dog features hummus, cucumber, bell pepper and red onion. Of course it wouldn’t be Greek without the Tzatziki! Mmmmm! My mouth is watering over here:)

Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs

Do you love grilled cheese as much as I do? If so, you’ll love the grilled cheese dog with bacon and sweet onions, all layered on a crispy bun and nestled in with the beloved hot dog.

Homemade Pretzel Dogs

If you love pretzels, the homemade pretzel dog might be just what you’re looking for. The perfect saltiness of pretzels all wrapped around your favorite hot dog – does it get any better than that? Well, the only thing that might make it better is dipping it in a tad bit of mustard

Best Hot Dog Toppings

What’s a hot dog without just the right toppings. From the traditional stylings of ketchup and mustard to the more unique toppings like kimchi, you’re sure to find something that tickles your hot dog fancy! Check out this comprehensive hot dog topping list and try something new and innovative the next time you reach for the dogs.

Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns

What’s a hot dog without the right bun, hmmm? Of course you can grab some at the local supermarket, but have you ever tried making your own? If not, it will elevate your hot dog eating experience exponentially. What’s even better is that they freeze great, so make up a big batch and be ready for dogs at moment’s notice.

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And sure, I’ve got tons of other recipes for pulled pork that are done in the smoker, or even in the oven, but if I can save time and energy with the crockpot now and then, I’m totally all about that! Aren’t you? I’ve got a summer to enjoy

The key to this particular pork butt is the thick rub that’s slathered on before putting it in the crockpot. It’s all about that beautiful rub! When adding the liquid to the recipe, be really careful to pour it BESIDE the roast and not on top, or it will destroy that amazing rub.

Once the pork is fully cooked and shredded, I like to leave it plain on the cutting board and allow each family member to doctor theirs up the way they want it. My other half sometimes likes it atop a pile of mac and cheese and the kiddo nearly always wants it with BBQ sauce – sometimes on a sammy with slaw and sometimes not. I usually like mine in a pile on my plate and often just use the cooking juices drizzled atop mine.

Certainly, if your entire family is into BBQ, you could mix a whole bottle in after it’s shredded and it will be all ready to serve.

And, leaving it plain also allows for leftovers to be used in different ways. Need something to fill those tacos besides ground beef? Use the pork to whip up some quick carnitas using the leftovers. How about egg rolls? Substitute the pork in my Easy Weeknight Enchiladas. There’s always something to do with pulled pork – DON’T let it go to waste.

Hope you enjoy my Easy Crockpot Pulled Pork! Now, go do something fun – the crockpot is handling the rest

Crockpot Pulled Pork

Tasty and tender pulled pork made the easy way – in the crockpot. This pork butt will feed the whole family and then some!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bbq, pulled pork

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 hours hours

Total Time: 10 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 10 servings

Author: Lori Wallace-Roberts

Equipment

• 1 Crockpot

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• 1 white onion
• 1 can beef broth
• 1 5 lb. pork butt, bone in

Instructions

• Mix the chili powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt and cumin in a small bowl. Rub mixture over the pork roast, creating a thick crust.
• Place onions in bottom of crockpot and lay pork butt on top. Pour beef broth along side the pork butt, being careful not to pour directly overtop of the pork butt.
• Cover and cook on the low setting for 10-12 hours. Meat should just about be falling apart.
• Remove meat, shred and discard the fat.
• Serve as desired.

Notes

1. My preference is to shred the meat and leave it plain and allow everyone to doctor their own. 
   • Serve atop a big bowl of mac and cheese
   • Serve with any of your favorite BBQ sauces
   • Serve with the jus from the roast
2. If making sandwiches, consider topping with coleslaw.

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