Sauerkraut for hot dogs
I'm a recent convert to the fermented cabbage dish Sauerkraut which I know is popular in Germany and Poland. On TV I've seen this served on hot dogs in The States and was wondering whether it is traditionally washed to produce a milder flavour before being used?
Also, is anything else (usually) served on a hot dog when sauerkraut is included - mustard/ketchup for example?
Cheers!
Best Answer
It really comes down to taste. In this usage, you're treating sauerkraut like a condiment so there's not really a "correct" answer.. A lot of hot dog places have traditions - for instance, Nathan's Famous hot dogs (the original "Coney Island" hot dog) uses these combinations with kraut:
-Sauerkraut, spicey brown mustard (New York style) -Thousand island dressing, sauerkraut, swiss cheese (Reuben style)
A famous hot dog maker in Pennsylvania, Yocco's Famous Dogs, uses sauerkraut and a thin bean chili combination to make their hot dogs.
The sauerkraut will often be very strong tasting, but not as "funky" as kimchi. It pairs well with a lot of different foods, usually other strong flavors (either strong tart like the spicey mustard, or strong sweet like the thousand island dressing or sweet relish).
Personally, I just eat sauerkraut with a fork. But if I have it on a dog, I pile it on with dill relish, country style dijon mustard, a dash of sriracha, and some diced onion. I recommend not kissing anyone for awhile after eating.
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Do you heat up sauerkraut for hot dogs?
Warm sauerkraut that's lightly seasoned with brown sugar, salt and pepper adds so much flavor to hot dogs. Simply serve sauerkraut on top of mustard, ketchup, relish or any other toppings of choice.How do you make sauerkraut hot dogs?
Steps to Make ItCombine the sauerkraut, sweet pickle relish, sugar, mustard, and caraway seeds in a medium saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Use the sauerkraut topping to top hot dogs or serve alongside your favorite meats, such as ham or sausage.Is sauerkraut supposed to be cold or hot on hot dogs?
Sauerkraut can be served cold or hot. Sauerkraut is a pickled condiment made from shredded cabbage, vinegar, salt and spices, including juniper and caraway seeds. It originated in Germany and was traditionally eaten as an accompaniment to sausages.Should you rinse sauerkraut before cooking?
Most canned sauerkraut comes in brine (usually salt and water), so you don't have to rinse it before you strain it. Not rinsing it helps preserve the flavor in canned sauerkraut. However, if you prefer milder-tasting sauerkraut you can rinse it with water before the straining process.GERMAN STYLE KRAUT DOGS! HOT DOGS OF SUMMER!!
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All beef hot dogs with sauerkraut and brown mustard, can't get much better than that unless you add bacon and/or avocado. The traditional NY hot dog is all beef hot dog with sauerkraut and mustard, you can also add a sweet diced pickle relish and/or a tomato&onion sauce too.
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