Smoked Hot Dogs
Smoky, juicy and packed with BBQ flavor, these Smoked Hot Dogs require only 4 ingredients and 4 easy steps - perfect for a backyard cookout.
Equipment
- Smoker or Pellet Grill
Ingredients
- 4 Hot Dogs
- 4 Hot Dog Buns
- 1 tablespoon BBQ Rub or Pork Rub
- 2 tablespoon BBQ Sauce or mustard
Instructions
- Prep - Preheat smoker to 250°F.
- Scoring Hot Dogs - Use a Slot Dog or a sharp knife to cut a crosshatch pattern into the hot dogs. Do this on the top and bottom of each one.4 Hot Dogs
- Season - Coat each hot dogs with BBQ sauce and then heavily season with pork rub (or BBQ rub).2 Tbsp BBQ Sauce, 1 Tbsp BBQ Rub or Pork Rub
- Smoke Hot Dogs - Smoke hot dogs for 1 hour. At the 30 minute mark, flip the hot dogs and lightly brush them with BBQ sauce.4 Hot Dog Buns
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Notes
Cooking Tips
- Don't skip the scoring. This is the secret to good smoked hot dogs. The scoring allows more smoke to penetrate through the hot dog. Don't forget to do both sides!
- Don't rush it. Although hot dogs can be smoked in 45 minutes, I like to do the full hour to make sure all the smoke gets in.
- Choosing your pellets. If using a pellet grill, use hickory or mesquite pellets for a more savory bite.
Storage
Refrigeration: In an airtight container, hot dogs can we be refrigerated for up to 4 days. Freezing: If vacuum sealed, hot dogs freeze well for up to 2 months. Thaw out in the fridge overnight before reheating. Reheating: Best if reheated in an air fryer or placed back on the smoker until fully heated through.Nutrition
Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 9gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 609mgPotassium: 163mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 117IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 4mg
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