Jul 14 2026
The “classic Chicago” Dog Recipe
Inspired by The Burger Dive
Time30m
Serves4
Minced raw onion, pickle spear, relish, halved tomato, sport peppers, yellow mustard, celery salt (No Ketchup!).
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Ingredients
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Hot Dog Components
Toppings
Method
Preparation
Assembly
- 3
Assemble the Classic Chicago Dog
Place each grilled hot dog into a toasted bun.
- 4
Add the Toppings
Top each hot dog with a generous amount of minced raw onion, followed by a pickle spear, a spoonful of sweet relish, and halved tomatoes.
- 5
Final Touches
Add 2 sport peppers on top, drizzle with yellow mustard, and sprinkle celery salt to taste.