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Grilled Hot Dog with Caramelized Onions
Ingredients
Step by step process
Preparation
- 1
Peel the onion and slice into thin half-moons. Split the buns lengthwise but don't cut them all the way through.
- 2
Lightly score the sausages diagonally a few times on the sides so they don't burst while grilling.
TIP:For even cooking, score the sides of the sausages with shallow diagonal cuts. Heat will penetrate more quickly, the sausages will not burst, and they will cook through more evenly.
- 3
Preheat a grill pan over medium heat and prepare a second pan for the onions.
Cooking
- 4
Add the butter and olive oil to the pan for the onions, let the butter melt, then add the sliced onion with a pinch of salt. Sauté slowly over medium-low heat for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally so the onions brown evenly.
- 5
Sprinkle in the granulated sugar, stir, and sauté another 3-4 minutes until the onions sweeten and caramelize. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and cook briefly until sticky. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 6
Meanwhile, brush the grill pan with a little sunflower oil and sear the sausages on all sides for 5-7 minutes, until heated through and lightly crusted.
- 7
Toast the split buns cut-side down on the dry grill pan for 30-60 seconds so they become fragrant and crispy. If using cheddar, place a slice on the hot sausage and let it melt slightly.
Serving
- 8
Place the grilled sausage into the toasted bun and top with a generous portion of caramelized onions.
- 9
Serve immediately and offer ketchup and whole-grain mustard to taste.
More tips:
If the onions are darkening too quickly, lower the heat and add a tablespoon of water. Caramelization should be slow to avoid bitterness.
For extra juiciness, spread a thin layer of butter inside the bun and toast briefly before adding the sausage.
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