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Flavorful Firecracker Hot Dogs Recipe with Sriracha Mayo and Crispy Onions Made Easy

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These firecracker hot dogs feature a spicy sriracha mayo and crispy onions for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 hot dogs (classic all-beef or your favorite variety)
  • 4 hot dog buns (soft, fresh)
  • Sriracha Mayo:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup fried onions (store-bought or homemade crispy onions)
  • Pickled jalapeños (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil (for toasting buns and frying onions)

Instructions

  1. Make the Sriracha Mayo: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. Mix until smooth. Adjust sriracha to taste. Set aside.
  2. Crisp the Onions: Heat 2 tablespoons butter or oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add ½ cup fried onions and sauté, stirring frequently, until golden and extra crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. For homemade onions, slice one large onion thinly, dust with flour, and fry in hot oil at 350°F until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Cook the Hot Dogs: In the same or separate skillet, cook 4 hot dogs over medium heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and heated through, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Toast the Buns: Spread a thin layer of butter on the insides of the buns. Toast them in the skillet, buttered side down, until golden brown and slightly crisp, about 2 minutes.
  5. Assemble the Hot Dogs: Place each hot dog in a toasted bun. Generously spread sriracha mayo on top, sprinkle with crispy onions, add pickled jalapeños if using, and finish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Sriracha mayo can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 3 days. Crispy onions are best fresh but store-bought can be used. Toast buns with butter to prevent sogginess. Adjust sriracha to taste. For dairy-free, use vegan mayo and oil instead of butter. Gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps can replace traditional buns.

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