Classic Hot Dogs and Burgers
The ultimate guide to grilling juicy hot dogs and burgers for your summer cookout.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 8 all-beef hot dogs
- Soft and toasted buns
- Ketchup
- Yellow mustard
- Mayonnaise
- Chopped onions
- Relish
- Pickles
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Barbecue sauce (optional)
- Hot sauce (optional)
- Jalapeños (optional)
- Cheddar or American cheese
- Crispy fried onions (optional)
- Bacon (optional)
- Avocado (optional)
- Coleslaw (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill until hot.
- Make a thumbprint in each burger patty.
- Season burgers with salt and pepper.
- Cook burgers on the grill, flipping once to retain juiciness.
- Place hot dogs on the indirect side, then transfer to flames.
- Steam buns on the grill for about 30 seconds.
- Serve with assorted toppings and condiments.
Notes
For even juicier burgers, consider adding a chunk of butter in the middle before grilling. Avoid pressing the burgers while cooking to retain their juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger or hot dog
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: grilling, hot dogs, burgers, summer cookout, outdoor cooking