Friday, August 28, 2009

Mexican Dogs No Not that Kind

There's a new craze happening in America;s Southwest. Everyone is going crazy for Mexican dogs, No not Chihuahuas but hot dogs South of The Border style. Surprisingly this area treat is easy to make and actually based on a 1950's American idea

Mexican dogs are just hot doge wrapped in bacon and usually grilled. It was a popular recipe that hot dog companies like Oscar Meyer promoted back in the early Fifties. Somehow the Mexicans got hold of it and liked the idea. Their version includes guacamole and salsa covering the go(no chili like what you would expect). The roll is a hardier Portuguese roll which is more like a mini baguette. Hot do rolls are not used because they would be too flimsy when holding all that good stuff.

Mexican dogs are easy to make. Just wrap strips of bacon around a hot dog and broil or grill. Grilling them over an open flame could be dangerous because of all the bacon fats melting overt the coals. Be careful when cooking them and watch out for any sudden bursts of fire. You can als add homemade guacamole or if you want a Fifties turn put a slice of American cheese or cheddar on them. The roll id up to you. Serve them on a hoagie for a better base or try a sturdier hot dog bun such as Pepperidge Farm's.

Mexican hot dogs combine American food with Mexican flavor. They're easy to make and fun to eat.grill up a few today for some South of the Border taste.

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