Elevate your hot dog game with this gourmet Fancy Franks recipe. The juicy and flavorful hot dogs are topped with a mouthwatering combination of caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and melted Swiss cheese. Serve them in soft and toasted buns for a truly indulgent experience. Perfect for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight dinner, these Fancy Franks will surely be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 6 hot dog buns
- 6 beef hot dogs
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and mushrooms, and cook until caramelized and tender, about 15-20 minutes. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Grill the hot dogs until they are heated through and have nice grill marks, about 5-7 minutes.
- Place a slice of Swiss cheese on each hot dog and allow it to melt.
- Toast the hot dog buns on the grill until lightly browned.
- To assemble the Fancy Franks, spread the mayonnaise mixture inside each bun. Place a hot dog in each bun and top with a generous amount of caramelized onions and mushrooms.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Caramelizing onions and mushrooms intensifies their flavors, making them a perfect topping for Fancy Franks.
The combination of Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce creates a rich and tangy sauce for the hot dogs.
Grilling the hot dogs adds a delicious smoky flavor to the already tasty Fancy Franks.