Are you looking to take your cookout game to the next level? Cross-hatching hotdogs, seasoning them with brisket seasoning, and smoking them make them one of the best hot dogs you’ll ever have!
Taking Hot Dogs to a Whole New Level
I get it, it’s just a hot dog but y’all something truly magical happens to them when you cook them this way. The outside gets almost this crunchy/crispy type of casing, the inside gets all seasoned with brisket rub, and you get the most amazing smoky flavor.
Grab Your Ingredients
You only need 2 ingredients here but I will say you should invest in quality ingredients. I love Meat ‘n Bone Steak Hot Dogs. Nathan’s Jumbo style is also good.
- Chupacabra Brisket Magic Seasoning
- Amazing hot dogs (go with the jumbo/thicker ones) – keep them cold
Cross-Hatch Your Hot Dogs
I’ve had this tool (Slotdog cutter) for a few years now. I used to use a sharp knife to cut criss-cross marks in my hot dogs but they weren’t always perfect. This tool is pretty great. However, I would say if the hotdogs have super thick skin the tool may not work.
That being said, I prefer to cut hot dogs like this as it does 3 things:
- You get more smoky flavor in the hot dogs
- Seasoning the hot dogs after cutting them you get seasoning into the hot dogs
- The outside of the hotdog gets almost a bark-like consistency (totally awesome!)
Prep The Yoder Smokers YS640
- Preheat the Yoder Smokers YS640 to 250F. I chose to use a mix of oak and fruit pellets.
Prepare & Smoke The Hot Dogs
- Place each hot dog on a cutting board or countertop.
- Grab the Slotdog cutter and place it on the cold and skinless hot dog using an end-to-end rocking motion. Remove the cutter, turn the hotdog over placing the cut-side down, and repeat.
- Place the cut hot dogs onto a rimmed baking sheet. Coat all sides of the hotdog with Chupacabra Brisket Magic Seasoning.
- Place the prepared hot dogs onto the top rack of the Yoder Smokers YS640 and smoke for 45-60 minutes.
Top and Enjoy
When it comes to hot dogs, what are your toppings of choice? I’m sure some of you will have a fit of my using ketchup but hey, I’m originally from Pittsburgh which is the home of Heniz.
Topping Ideas:
- Classic Pittsburgh – mustard, ketchup, and optional onions
- German – sauerkraut and mustard
- Over The Top – beer cheese, crispy bacon, and crispy french fries
- Stadium Dogs – mustard and onions (I strongly suggest making my smoked Vidalia onions and using those!)
What To Serve With Smoked Hot Dogs
For me, it’s a given that crispy fries and some type of chips or pretzels are served. However, these are some of my other favorite sides to serve.
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The Best Smoked Hot Dogs You’ll Ever Eat
Are you looking to take your cookout game to the next level? Cross-hatching hotdogs, seasoning them with brisket seasoning, and smoking them make them one of the best hot dogs you’ll ever have!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Category: hot dogs, smoked meat, gameday foods, football foods, smoked hot dogs, easy recipes
- Method: Smokee
- Cuisine: hot dogs, smoked meat, gameday foods, football foods, smoked hot dogs, easy recipes
Instructions
- Preheat the Yoder Smokers YS640 to 250F. I chose to use a mix of oak and fruit pellets.
- Place each hot dog on a cutting board or countertop.
- Grab the Slotdog cutter and place it on the cold and skinless hot dog using an end-to-end rocking motion. Remove the cutter, turn the hotdog over placing the cut-side down, and repeat.
- Place the cut hot dogs onto a rimmed baking sheet. Coat all sides of the hotdog with Chupacabra Brisket Magic Seasoning.
- Place the prepared hot dogs onto the top rack of the Yoder Smokers YS640 and smoke for 45-60 minutes.
- Remove from the smoker, top and enjoy!
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