Mexican Hot Dogs Bacon (Printable)

Juicy hot dogs wrapped in savory beef and crispy bacon, topped with spicy jalapeños and fresh garnishes.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 6 beef hot dogs
02 - 10.5 oz ground beef
03 - 6 slices bacon

→ Seasonings

04 - 1 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
07 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Toppings & Garnish

11 - 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
12 - 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ Serving

15 - 6 hot dog buns
16 - Ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set oven to 400°F or heat grill to medium-high.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly.
03 - Divide seasoned beef into six portions, flatten each into a rectangle and wrap around each hot dog, pressing gently to seal.
04 - Encase each beef-wrapped hot dog with a slice of bacon, securing ends with toothpicks if necessary.
05 - Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet or directly on the grill and cook for 20–25 minutes, turning occasionally until bacon is crispy and beef is cooked through.
06 - Optionally toast hot dog buns until lightly browned.
07 - Insert each cooked hot dog into a bun and top with jalapeño slices, diced onion, cheddar cheese, cilantro, and condiments as desired.
08 - Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look impressive but come together in under 40 minutes with nothing fancy required.
  • The crispy bacon and seasoned beef layer creates this irresistible contrast that elevates the humble hot dog into something people actually get excited about.
  • You can customize the heat and toppings to match your crowd, so no one gets left out.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the bacon or under-cook it; chewy bacon will make the whole thing feel half-finished even if everything else is perfect.
  • Mix those spices into the beef thoroughly but gently, or you'll end up with patches of flavor and patches of bland meat.
  • Fresh jalapeños stay crisp and bright, but if you want more heat without the crunch, pickled jalapeños add a whole different vibe.
03 -
  • Use toothpicks liberally if your bacon feels loose; nobody wants their hot dog unwrapping mid-bite.
  • Don't skip toasting the buns even if you're in a hurry; it makes a tangible difference in texture and keeps everything from sliding around.
  • Prep all your toppings before you start cooking so you're not scrambling while the hot dogs cool down.
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