Carolina-Style Slaw Dogs are topped with mustard, homemade chili, and a cool and creamy coleslaw. This is probably the most popular way to top hot dogs in the Carolinas and it happens to be my favorite.
I love the sweetness and crunch of the coleslaw in contrast to the slight spiciness of the chili and mustard
These Southern Slaw Dogs are totally suitable for summer cookouts and they are always popular for the 4th of July. The chili can be made ahead of time, as can the coleslaw. Just a few minutes on the grill for the hot dogs and you have a filling meal that can feed a crowd!
Buying a hot dog at Turner Field, home of the Atlanta Braves, or elsewhere in Atlanta and the south, you’ll find your dog topped with coleslaw and perhaps some delicious Vidalia onions.
13. Cleveland Polish Boy: Cleveland is home to two unique hot dog offerings. The Polish Boy is a kielbasa or hot dog served on a bun covered with a layer of french fries, a layer of sweet southern-style barbecue sauce or hot sauce and a layer of coleslaw. It is commonly found in carts around town. At Indians games and elsewhere in the city, you can also top your hot dog with Stadium Mustard, a type of brown mustard with similar flavor to a spicy Dijon mustard.
3. Atlanta and the South: Buying a hot dog at Turner Field, home of the Atlanta Braves, or elsewhere in Atlanta and the South, you’ll find your dog topped with coleslaw and perhaps some delicious Vidalia onions.
17. Seattle: The Seattle dog offers a topping twist not found in many places around the country—cream cheese. The hot dogs are split in half and grilled before being put in a toasted bun and are also topped with grilled onions. Sriracha sauce and jalapeños are popular additions as well.
When you fire up the grill, there’s a good chance your hot dog was made by a United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) member. Oscar Mayer, Boars Head, Ball Park, Hebrew National and Nathan’s Famous hot dogs are all made by hardworking men and women in union-represented processing facilities across America. While the hot dog might be quintessentially American, what you choose to put on your dog can say a lot about where you live.
Here are some of the most popular regional hot dogs, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council:
Tips For Making The Chili
The ground beef for chili slaw dogs is usually very finely ground. I can never get it that way by breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks or by taking a potato masher to it. One day it dawned on me to just put the chili in a food processor and pulse it a few times. Works like a charm.
Only then you have to clean the food processor.
Southern Style Hot Dog Chili Sauce | Ray Mack’s Kitchen and Grill
FAQ
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What can you put on a hot dog?
Go big or go home—pulled pork on a hot dog is over-the-top and totally delicious. Top the whole thing with a creamy slaw. Think beyond ketchup and mustard: Here are the most creative hot dog toppings to try at your next cookout, including salsa, chili, and cowboy candy!
What is the best topping for hot dogs?
Any southerner knows the best topping for hot dogs is coleslaw and we also know that the best homemade coleslaw always has vinegar! This coleslaw dressing is easy to make and only has 4 ingredients! Mix mayo, sugar, vinegar together in a bowl. Add salt and pepper. The pepper makes this dressing really pop too – so I definitely add a lot.
How do you top hot dogs in the Carolinas?
Follow Spicy Southern Kitchen on Pinterest and Instagram. Carolina-Style Slaw Dogs are topped with mustard, homemade chili, and a cool and creamy coleslaw. This is probably the most popular way to top hot dogs in the Carolinas and it happens to be my favorite. In a medium bowl, combine coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
How do you make a good hot dog?
You take your favorite hot dog, stick it in a toasted bun, then top it with hot dog chili made with ground beef (no beans), this coleslaw, chopped raw onion, and a squeeze of yellow mustard. You can use a grilled hot dog, boiled hot dog, or pan-fried. Either way, I think it makes for the perfect hot dog.