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The Ultimate Tex-Mex Hot Dogs Recipe: A Flavor Explosion!

Tex-Mex Hot Dogs
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Spicy, cheesy Tex-Mex hot dogs loaded with seasoned beef, jalapeños, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for a fiesta in every bite! Perfect for game day or backyard cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 all-beef hot dogs
  • 4 hot dog buns (brioche or bolillo rolls recommended)
  • 1/2 lb ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking beef)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain fat, add taco seasoning and water, and simmer for 5 mins. Set aside.
  2. Grill or cook hot dogs: Grill, pan-fry, or air fry hot dogs until charred and heated through (4-5 mins).
  3. Toast buns: Lightly butter buns and toast on a griddle or in the oven.
  4. Assemble: Place hot dogs in buns. Top with seasoned beef, shredded cheese, onions, and jalapeños.
  5. Melt cheese: Broil for 1-2 mins until cheese melts (optional).
  6. Add toppings: Finish with pico de gallo, avocado slices, a drizzle of crema, and extra jalapeños.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For extra heat, use spicy chorizo instead of ground beef.
  • Swap sour cream for chipotle mayo for a smoky kick.
  • Vegetarian? Use plant-based hot dogs and substitute beef with black beans or soy crumbles.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/tex-mex-hot-dogs/

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