Seattle Dog with Cream Cheese and Grilled Onions

Ingredients

• 4 hot dog buns 4 hot dog buns
• 4 beef hot dogs 4 beef hot dogs
• 1 cup (240g) cream cheese, softened 1 cup (240g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 28g, 14g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 6g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they become soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. 3.
   Grill the hot dogs on the preheated grill until they are heated through and have grill marks, about 5-7 minutes.
4. 4.
   While the hot dogs are grilling, lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill or in a toaster.
5. 5.
   Spread a generous amount of cream cheese on the inside of each bun.
6. 6.
   Place a grilled hot dog in each bun and top with a generous portion of grilled onions.
7. 7.
   Serve the Seattle Dogs immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Cream cheese — Make sure to soften the cream cheese before spreading it on the buns for easier application.
• Hot dog buns — Lightly toasting the buns adds a nice crunch and prevents them from becoming soggy.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, consider adding a drizzle of mustard or your favorite hot sauce on top of the cream cheese.
• Experiment with different types of hot dogs, such as beef, chicken, or vegetarian options, to suit your preferences.
• If you prefer a milder onion flavor, you can sauté the onions instead of grilling them.

Serving advice

Serve the Seattle Dogs with a side of potato chips or french fries for a complete meal. They are best enjoyed fresh off the grill while the hot dogs are still juicy and the cream cheese is creamy.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley or chives on top of the grilled onions. This adds a pop of color and freshness to the dish.