This Hot Dog Creole dish combines the classic American hot dog with the bold and spicy flavors of Creole cuisine. Perfect for a summer cookout or tailgate party, this dish is sure to impress your guests with its unique twist on a beloved classic.
Ingredients
- 4 hot dog buns
- 4 of your favorite hot dogs
- 1 cup of Creole sauce
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, sauté the bell peppers, onions, and celery until softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes, Creole sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Grill the hot dogs until heated through, then place each hot dog in a bun.
- Top each hot dog with a generous amount of the Creole sauce mixture.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Interesting Facts
Creole cuisine is a unique blend of French, Spanish, African, and Native American influences, resulting in bold and flavorful dishes.
The term 'Creole' originally referred to descendants of the French and Spanish colonizers in Louisiana, but has since evolved to encompass a wider range of cultures.
Hot dogs are a quintessential American food, making them the perfect canvas for creative flavor combinations like this Hot Dog Creole recipe.