April 8, 2009
Grilling tips
Know thy grill - Brush the grill rack with vegetable oil or use cooking spray before heating to prevent food from sticking and to ease clean-up
Get the "smoky" flavor - If you prefer your grilled meats to have a smoky taste, keep the grill covered while cooking
Don't lose the juice - Use tongs, rather than a fork to gently turn franks, and handle as little as possible. DEFINITELY DO NOT CUT THE HOT DOG. Also, avoid pushing down or overturning the meat or you will squeeze out the natural juices and flavor.
Use lump charcoal - This form of charcoal is very pure and clean, and there are no foreign substances or impurities that will alter the flavor of your franks. Allow at least 30 minutes for the coals to reach the proper glowing white-ash stage before you begin grilling. A few mesquite chips will bring terrific flavor to anything on the grill
Think safety - Keep your grill away from shrubbery, paper products and other flammable objects, and be sure to keep a fire extinguisher handy
Don't overcook!!
Hot Dog Etiquette
Do not put toppings between the hot dog and the bun - always "dress the dog," not the bun
- Condiments should be applied in the following order: wet condiments like mustard and chili are applied first, followed by chunky condiments like relish, onions and sauerkraut, followed by shredded cheese, followed by spices, like celery salt or pepper
Do not use a cloth napkin to wipe your mouth when eating a hot dog -- paper is always preferable - paper napkins AND paper plates
Do eat hot dogs on buns with your hands - utensils should not touch hot dogs on buns
Do not put ketchup on a hot dog after the age of 18
Do lick off condiments remaining on the fingers after eating a hot dog - do not wash
Do not ever think there is a wrong time to serve hot dogs
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