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TRIPLE PLAY HOT DOGS

Our Triple Play Hot Dogs are a twist on the classic ballpark favourite. It's a gourmet hot dog that combines juicy tenderness, a satisfying crunch and gentle aromatic garlic notes. What more could you ask for in a gourmet dog? Toppings, and we have a few ideas for those, too. 

INGREDIENTS:

  • All beef hot dogs (or veggie dogs are great, too)
  • Garlic-infused extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
  • Hot dog buns (your choice)
  • Sensational BBQ Sauce: Use your favourite bottled sauce and stir in a splash of one of the following balsamics: Honey Ginger, Mango, Espresso or Maple. 

DIRECTIONS:

For Stove Top: Simmer hot dogs in gently boiling water for 5-7 minutes until heated through. Remove from pot and set aside until cool enough to handle. Using a sharp knife, make cross-hatch cuts on the surface of each hot dog. This will create a diamond pattern and allow for better browning and flavour absorption. Heat a cast-iron pan on on the stovetop or grill on medium-high. Drizzle Garlic EVOO into the pan. Place the cross-hatched hot dogs in the pan. Sear turning occasionally, until they develop a nice brown crust on all sides (about 3-5 minutes). During the searing process, continue to drizzle Garlic EVOO over the hot dogs for added flavour. Serve in buns and add your favourite toppings. Tip: Brush EVOO on inside of bun surface and place on the upper grate or on low for a minute or so until golden. 

For BBQ: Follow directions above for cross-hatching. Place on medium grill for 5 to 7 minutes. Brush with Garlic EVOO, and if using, your favourite BBQ sauce upgraded with balsamic splash. 

TRANSFORM THE GROOVES
Take ordinary condiments like mustard, mayo, relish, ketchup or BBQ sauce (see above) and turn them into gourmet toppings with a simple stir. Spread into grooves for maximum impact. 

Fig & Herb Relish: Sweet pickle relish + Fig balsamic + Rosemary EVOO creates this amazing sweet-savoury-herby combo. 

BBQ Ketchup: Ketchup + Fig balsamic = instant gourmet BBQ sauce that's sweet and tangy.

Lemon Herb Mayo: Store-bought mayo + Basil EVOO + Lemon balsamic makes a bright, creamy spread that's like summer in a jar.

Tuscan Mustard: Grainy mustard + Tuscan Herb EVOO transforms into a fancy deli spread. 

🌽 Fancy Corn Relish: Store-bought corn relish + Lemon balsamic + a touch of Basil EVOO is a fresh, bright gourmet topping.