Smoked Hotdogs

Take your iconic summer favorite to a whole new level! Slather these smokey hot dogs in tangy mustard and ramp them up with flavor-packed seasonings. You'll love the smoky flavor of a true classic!

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: hot dogs, smoked

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings:

Calories: 268kcal

Author: Imma

Ingredients

12-16 all-beef hot dogs
1-2 tablespoons yellow mustard optional
1-2 tablespoons Creole seasoning or Cajun seasoning (optional)
12-16 hot dog buns

Instructions

Preheat the smoker to a temperature of 225-250°F (107-121°C).
Remove hotdog from the fridge, discard any wrappings.Place on a board or hard surface.
Use a sharp knife and score dog by creating an x on the dogs , this is an additional step but it helps in allowing the smoke and seasonings to deeply flavor the hotdogs.
Slather yellow mustard all over the hot dog , then season with cajun seasoning, I used homemade salt free seasoning (see notes), optional step.
Place the hot dogs on the smoker's grates, leaving some space between each dog for proper airflow and smoke circulation.
Close the lid of the smoker and let it cook for approximately 45-60 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the dog.
Once the hot dogs are cooked , remove them from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes .
Serve the smoked hot on hot dog buns, accompanied by your favorite toppings and condiments such as onions, mustard, ketchup, and /or sweet relish.

Notes

If you're using a spice blend, remember that hot dogs already contain a good amount of salt. Avoid any seasonings with salt and go easy on the additional spices to not overpower the hot dog.
Choose high-quality hot dogs that are made from real meat and minimal additives. Better hot dogs will result in a tastier end product.
An aluminum water pan with water on the lower rack of the smoker will keep your hot dogs from drying out and stabilize the smoker's temperature. You can also put it on the same rack on the opposite side of the smoker as the hot dogs.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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