Mexican Hot Dogs Bacon (Printable Version)

Juicy beef-wrapped hot dogs with crispy bacon and spicy jalapeños for a bold, savory twist.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 6 beef hot dogs
02 - 10.5 ounces ground beef
03 - 6 slices bacon

→ Seasonings

04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings & Garnish

11 - 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
12 - 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ Serving

15 - 6 hot dog buns
16 - Ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise to taste

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F or prepare grill to medium-high heat.
02 - Combine ground beef with cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper; mix thoroughly.
03 - Divide seasoned beef into six portions; flatten each into a rectangle and wrap around each hot dog, pressing gently to seal.
04 - Encase each beef-wrapped hot dog with a bacon slice, securing ends with toothpicks if necessary.
05 - Arrange wrapped hot dogs on a parchment-lined baking sheet or grill; cook for 20 to 25 minutes, turning occasionally until bacon is crisp and beef is fully cooked.
06 - Toast hot dog buns if desired before assembly.
07 - Place each hot dog in a bun; top with jalapeño slices, diced red onion, cheddar cheese, and cilantro as preferred; add ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise to taste.
08 - Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms an ordinary hot dog into something impressive enough to serve at any gathering without making you sweat in the kitchen.
  • The contrast of crispy bacon, seasoned beef, and cool fresh toppings gives you multiple textures in every bite.
  • You can prep everything ahead and bake while chatting with guests, so you're not stuck cooking solo.
02 -
  • Don't skip mixing the seasoning into the beef thoroughly or you'll get bites that taste bland next to bites that are overly spiced.
  • If your bacon isn't fully crispy by the time the beef is cooked, you can finish it under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes while keeping an eye on it.
  • The hot dogs will release some juices as they cook, so line your baking sheet with parchment or foil to make cleanup easier and prevent sticking.
03 -
  • If you're worried about the beef sliding off during cooking, secure it with a toothpick inserted lengthwise through the whole thing before you wrap the bacon around it.
  • Grill over medium-high heat instead of baking if you want deeper char and smokier flavor, turning every few minutes to prevent flare-ups from bacon fat.
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