Description
Hawaiian hot dogs blend island-inspired flavors with classic American fare. Grilled pineapple, teriyaki glaze, and crispy bacon elevate this summer barbecue favorite for adventurous eaters who crave bold, tropical combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 hot dogs
- 4 strips bacon
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
Bread and Condiments:
- 4 hot dog buns
- 4 tablespoons BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Heat grill to medium-high temperature around 400°F, preparing cooking surface for hot dogs and bacon.
- Position hot dogs on grill grates, rotating periodically to ensure even browning and complete heating, approximately 5-7 minutes until surfaces develop golden-brown char marks.
- Simultaneously cook bacon strips on grill until crisp and golden, removing when texture becomes crunchy and edges curl slightly.
- While meats cook, finely dice fresh pineapple chunks and red onion into uniform small pieces for consistent flavor distribution.
- Select soft Hawaiian-style buns and open them gently to create perfect cradle for grilled hot dogs.
- Transfer hot dogs from grill directly into prepared buns, ensuring they remain piping hot.
- Layer crispy bacon strips across hot dogs, allowing them to rest atop the grilled protein.
- Sprinkle diced pineapple and red onion over bacon, creating colorful and textural topping.
- Drizzle generous amount of tangy BBQ sauce across assembled hot dogs, allowing sauce to cascade over ingredients.
- Serve immediately while ingredients maintain optimal temperature and crisp textures, presenting vibrant Hawaiian-inspired street food.
Notes
- Toast buns lightly on the grill for extra crunch and enhanced flavor before adding hot dogs.
- Choose thick-cut bacon for maximum crispiness and substantial texture in each bite.
- Opt for fresh, ripe pineapple to ensure a sweet and juicy tropical taste that complements the smoky hot dogs.
- Consider using turkey or veggie hot dogs for a lighter, healthier alternative without compromising the Hawaiian-inspired flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg