How to Cook Hot Dogs on the Barbecue

Instructions

• 1

  Good Dogs
  
  First and foremost, a good quality hot dog at the beginning of the process with result in an excellent finished product. Keep this in mind when purchasing the hot dogs.

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• 2

  Room Temperature
  
  For ideal cooking, allow the hot dogs to get on room temperature before placing them on a barbecue.
• 3

  Turn on the Cue
  
  Set one half of your grill to high and allow it to increase in temperature. Soak a paper towel or a brush in cooking oil and coat the grill well.
• 4

  Place the Dogs
  
  Using your tongs, place the hot dogs lengthwise onto the grill. Close the cover of the barbecue for 2 minutes.
• 5

  Rotate
  
  Every 2 minutes or so, rotate the hot dogs to ensure that all sides have some time directly on the grill. This will ensure the entire hot dog gets grill marks.
• 6

  When to Remove
  
  Continue rotating the hot dogs until they begin to blister. This will take about 5 minutes on the grill, but varies based on the dogs and the grill.
• 7

  Bun, Garnish and Enjoy
  
  Once cooked, remove the hot dogs from the grill and place them in their buns. You can place the open faced buns on the grill for a couple of minutes in order to toast the buns well.
  
  This will keep them firm and tasty once the condiments are added. Add the garnishes of your choice and enjoy eating some delicious treats.

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