Hot dog fans have I got a taste sensation for you! Rueben Hot Dogs have got it all going on! Imagine biting into a grilled hot dog wrapped in pastrami and piled with tangy sauerkraut. Can you taste it? When you’re craving an over-the-top hot dog, give this one a try!
I’ve got a confession to make: I’m a hot dog purist. Give me a grilled weenie, a simple roll, diced onions, and maybe a little ketchup (blasphemy, I know) and I’m in heaven.
For me, the simpler the hot dog the better. I’ve been to places where you can pack your frank with a variety of toppings and have it served on a bun overflowing where you have to cut and eat it with a knife and fork. Not my kind of dog (except for that once. because that was amazing). I like mine naked.
But every now and then I try to think about you and ponder what sort of summertime recipes you may like to try.
And I think, “a hot dog wrapped in pastrami?” Well, you have my attention. Do I have yours? Cuz this ain’t a traditional hot dog.
Sauerkraut? Yeah, one would think they aren’t a fan. But I dare you to pile it on your dog and not think about it too much; its sole purpose is just for these links. Oh man, the flavor combo of this knockwurst sandwich is crazy good!
These Reuben Hot Dogs have Swiss cheese topped hot dogs, sauerkraut, and a pickle spear in a hot dog bun, then topped with an easy homemade Russian dressing.
What’s a Reuben Hot Dog?
Have you ever had a Reuben sandwich? You know, a mile-high sandwich filled with corned beef, sauerkraut, and tangy dressing? This easy hot dog recipe is a riff on that classic sandwich, but I’m opting for pastrami which has more flavor.
What’s the difference between pastrami and corned beef? In my book, they’re both delish, but when it comes down to these hot dogs and pastrami vs corned beef, pastrami is the winner every time. Pastrami is pickled like corned beef, but then it is rubbed in amazing spices and smoked low and slow to bring out all the flavor.
That smoked flavor is going to make these the most epic hot dogs you’ve ever had.
How To Make Reuben Hot Dogs
Fire up your grill, and when hot, grill the hot dog links until they’re heated through and have nice grill marks on them.
Wrap each link in pastrami (add as many slices as you like!), then nestle it into a bun. Top the bun with heaping piles of sauerkraut (trust me!) and sprinkle with shredded Swiss cheese.
Broil for 1 minute or just until the cheese melts.
Serve with thousand island dressing on top.
- Depending on how much sauerkraut you pile on the hot dogs, it may not heat through under the broiler. If you’re using loads of sauerkraut (no judgment), then consider heating the sauerkraut first before topping your hot dog.
- You can warm the buns up on the grill if you like them a little toasty.
- Give the sauerkraut a bit of a squeeze if it is really juicy. You don’t want to flood your hot dog.
- With the sauerkraut, cheese, and dressing, these are messy hot dogs – pass the napkins around!
- Save the leftover sauerkraut for these amazing whiskey brats.
- If you can’t find pastrami, use corned beef.
How to Make Sauerkraut Hot Dogs in 3 minutes
FAQ
What state puts sauerkraut on hot dogs?
What is a New York dog?
What is a San Francisco style hot dog?
Does sauerkraut go on hot dogs?
How do you eat a hot dog with sauerkraut?
Place each hot dog in a bun, top the hot dogs with a layer of caramelized onions, then a layer of sauerkraut and then the stoneground mustard. You’ll have some mustard, sauerkraut and caramelized onions leftover. Serve your sauerkraut hot dogs immediately and enjoy!
Is sauerkraut acidic?
A completely fermented sauerkraut contains 1. 8–2. 3% acid (calculated as lactic acid), giving a pH of 3. 5 or less. So yes, sauerkraut is acidic. Lactic and acetic acids are the predominating acids.
Do New York hot dogs have sauerkraut?
Sauerkraut doesn’t rank as highly, but it’s particularly popular in the Northeast. What arguably sets New York-style hot dogs apart from just an average frank with mustard and sauerkraut is the onion relish.
Do mustard & sauerkraut go well with hot dogs?
Mustard and sauerkraut may seem like a more unusual combo to some eaters, but they work beautifully as hot dog toppings. The meaty, fatty, salty flavors of the hot dog are offset by the sharpness of the mustard and the refreshing tartness of the pickled cabbage, giving the dish a balance of flavor perfection.