Grilled Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Mustard and Relish

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A classic Chicago dog grilled to perfection, topped with tangy yellow mustard, neon green relish, and all the traditional fixings on a steamed poppy seed bun. This american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 20 minutes pairs all-beef hot dogs, poppy seed hot dog buns, yellow mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly brush 6 all-beef hot dogs with 1 tbsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Step 2: Grill the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is slightly charred and hot throughout.
  3. Step 3: While grilling, steam 6 poppy seed hot dog buns by wrapping them in foil and placing on the grill for the last 2 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Assemble each dog by placing a grilled hot dog in a steamed bun, spreading 1 tbsp yellow mustard and 1 tbsp bright green sweet pickle relish evenly over each.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 tbsp finely chopped white onions, 1 tomato wedge, 1 dill pickle spear, 1 sport pepper, and sprinkle 1/6 tsp celery salt on top. Serve immediately for an authentic Chicago taste.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Mustard and Relish take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Mustard and Relish?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-beef hot dogs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Mustard and Relish?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Mustard and Relish for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Chicago-Style Hot Dog with Mustard and Relish?

American sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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