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Hot Dog No Bun Recipes
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Hot Dog No Bun Recipes

Hot Dog No Bun recipes offer creative, low-carb alternatives to traditional hot dogs. These include wrapping hot dogs in lettuce, serving them with sautéed vegetables, or slicing them into casseroles, skewers, or egg-based dishes. Perfect for keto or gluten-free diets, these recipes provide flavor without the bread. They're quick, versatile, and ideal for snacks, lunches, or easy dinners without the extra carbs.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course / Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 hot dogs beef, chicken, turkey, or plant-based
  • 4 large lettuce leaves romaine or iceberg work well
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • 1/4 cup sliced pickles
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking hot dogs
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Plates for serving

Method
 

Step 1:
  1. Rinse and pat dry the lettuce leaves carefully so they don’t tear. Set aside. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the hot dogs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and heated through, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 1:
  1. Place one cooked hot dog on each lettuce leaf. Sprinkle with diced onions, sliced pickles, and shredded cheese (if using). Drizzle ketchup and mustard over each hot dog to your preference.
Step 3:
  1. Carefully fold or roll the lettuce around the hot dog and toppings. Serve immediately while warm.