How can I make a bacon-wrapped hot dog feel less….bad? I had a bit of shame after eating pork on pork for a whole week but luckily a trip to the farmer’s market gave me some ideas. Crunchy carrot and springy leek played nicely with the crisp texture and snap of sausage. You’ll find that the sauerkraut eliminates any need for ketchup and mustard (though you are allowed to use them if you want)l. Swap in any julienned veggies that you would normally eat raw: radishes, celery, snap peas, or turnips!
Bacon Wrapped Garden Dog
Makes 1
Things you'll need: | |
1 hot dog 1 small carrot 1 piece bacon | 1-2 tablespoons sauerkraut 1/2 a leek or 1 scallion Split-top hot dog bun |
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Carefully julienne vegetables with a mandoline or a knife. Think about sizes that would be consumed in one or two bites.
Wrap the bacon around the hot dog and secure with two toothpicks.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the bacon is fully cooked. At the 4 minute mark, use a pair of tongs to flip it over.
When it’s done, place the bacon-wrapped hot dog in the bun and dress with your vegetables. Tuck thinly sliced carrot between the bun and meat, strew the sauerkraut along the length of the bun.