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Marinated Grilled Hot Dogs

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Marinated Grilled Hot Dogs are a flavorful upgrade to a classic favorite. Infused with a tangy, savory marinade of chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and spices, then grilled to smoky perfection, these juicy hot dogs served in toasted buns deliver a delicious, irresistible bite every time.

Ingredients

½ cup chili sauce

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1½ tablespoons mustard

1 tablespoon brown sugar

½ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon pepper

8 hot dogs

8 hot dog buns

Instructions

  • Prepare marinade: Whisk chili sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  • Marinate hot dogs: Place hot dogs in a shallow dish or resealable bag, pour marinade over, coat evenly, refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

  • Preheat grill: Heat to medium-high.

  • Grill hot dogs: Remove from marinade, shake off excess, grill 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and heated through.

  • Toast buns: Lightly toast buns on grill for 1-2 minutes until warm and crisp.

  • Serve: Place hot dogs in buns and add favorite toppings.

Notes

Add cayenne pepper for heat.

Try Dijon or spicy brown mustard for different flavor profiles.

Top with grilled onions, relish, or shredded cheese.

Substitute chili sauce with barbecue sauce for a smokier taste.

Use bratwurst or veggie dogs for variation.