1Ketchup & Mustard
Lucy schaefferYou can't beat a classic, and when it comes to hot dogs, ketchup and mustard are TOPS. Whether you're grilling, microwaving, or air frying your dogs (like we did here), these condiments will always deliver.
Get the Air Fryer Hot Dogs recipe.
2Beef Chili
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3Big Mac
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWe're here to tell you—Mac sauce isn't just for burgers anymore! It's just as good drizzled atop hot dogs (alongside all the other classic Big Mac ingredients, ofc).
Get the Big Mac Hot Dogs recipe.
4Zucchini Relish
Emily Hlavac GreenEver heard of zucchini relish? It's our new FAVORITE condiment, and we're here to say it's great on way more than just hot dogs. It's sweet and tangy flavor is good in basically anything. (Trust us, you'll never want a chicken salad sandwich without it.)
Get the Zucchini Relish recipe.
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5Bacon, Lettuce, & Tomato
Joel goldbergTurns out, everyone's favorite diner sandwich—the BLT—is also perfect as a hot dog. Hot tip: To ensure the bacon stays wrapped while the dogs cook, secure ends with toothpicks. (Just remember to remove them before serving!)
Get the BLT Dogs recipe.
6Pinto Beans
Erik bernsteinOur take on this Mexican-inspired hot dog is based off of versions made in Arizona where it's a standard—warm pinto beans, fresh jalapeño salsa, onion, tomato, mustard, and mayo. The split-top bun is essential to the look, but the hot dogs can be prepared on regular buns; you can simply split the tops yourself and load 'em up!
Get the Sonoran Hot Dog recipe.
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7Coleslaw
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEWhen it comes to summer BBQs, potlucks, and picnics, coleslaw is a classic, staple side dish to rely on. Everyone needs a go-to recipe, and we happen to think that ours is the one you should reach for.
Get the Coleslaw recipe.
8Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapeños)
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMCowboy Candy (aka candied jalapeños) are spicy, tangy, salty, and sweet—the perfect condiment for a hot dog. The combination of fiery heat from the jalapeño and the nearly caramelized coating from the sugar is truly incredible.
Get the Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapeños) recipe.
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9Sport Peppers (& More)
Joel goldbergChicago is as picky about hot dogs as New York is about pan pizza. The specific toppings (sport peppers, poppy seed hot dog buns, etc.) are as important as the order in which they get layered. It's been "dragged through the garden," as the locals say, and you're going to love it (even if you have to sub some toppings, no judgment here!).
Get the Chicago-Style Hot Dogs recipe.
10Pickles
Parker feierbachPickles of all kinds are a grill master's shortcut to better hot dogs. The best part? Not only can you pickle almost every fruit and vegetable, but it's a very simple process that uses ingredients you almost definitely have in your house right now.
Get the Homemade Pickles recipe.
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11Pineapple Salsa
CHRISTIAN HARDERHalf the fun of eating a hot dog is loading it up with all kinds of toppings, and this time we took a tropical approach. The pineapple salsa combats the spice from sriracha, creating a perfect balance of flavor and texture, especially atop a sweet Hawaiian roll bun.
Get the Hawaiian Hot Dogs recipe.
12Tomato Chutney
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIt goes without saying that dishes that hail from the vast and diverse country of India are quite delicious, and that goes double for tomato chutney, a spiced condiment enriched with peanuts and flavored with fresh ginger, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne. Often served with dosa or uthappam, tomato chutney is also great served with grilled cheese sandwiches or on top of hot dogs or cheeseburgers.
Get the Tomato Chutney recipe.
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13Garlic Bread + Marinara
Joel goldberg 14Mango Salsa
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15French Fries (& More!)
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIWith toppings like fries, puffed rice, and crushed ramen, and with a finishing sprinkling of sugar, South Korean corn dogs have become one of the most popular street foods in the world. Whether you're making corn dogs or just regular hot dogs, they're sure to be a topping inspiration.
Get the Korean Corn Dogs recipe.
16Homemade Ketchup
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCESweet, savory, tart ketchup is the perfect condiment for everything from French fries to burgers to hot dogs. Sure, you could buy a bottle of the stuff, but why not try your hand at homemade ketchup? If you want a version without high-fructose corn syrup, this recipe delivers.
Get the Homemade Ketchup recipe.
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17Peppers & Onions
Andrew bui 18Fermented Hot Sauce
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONIf you love hot sauce, consider this your sign to start making your own! That slightly funky, vinegary taste you get from sauces like Tabasco and sriracha actually comes from a fermentation process that is crazy easy to do at home.
Get the Fermented Hot Sauce recipe.
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19Remoulade
PHOTO: ANDREA MONZO; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSNow synonymous with Cajun and Creole food, remoulade is a cold sauce with French origins that can be used to add flavor to anything, from fried foods to your favorite sandwich. Always creamy, tangy, and spicy with a hint of sweetness, this sauce is guaranteed to become a fast favorite for your burgers and dogs too.
Get the Remoulade recipe.
20Cheese
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