These Memphis hot dogs are bacon-wrapped hot dogs topped with BBQ sauce, and cheese, and then sprinkled with chopped green onions.
Let’s agree that bacon is amazing! Bacon-wrapped anything is again, pretty amazing. What about an all-beef hot dog wrapped in bacon and then drizzled with a vinegary BBQ sauce? CAN ANYTHING GET MORE AMAZING? This is going to become one of your favorite recipes with hot dogs, ever!
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I made these Memphis hot dogs in the oven. The bacon came out nice and crisp! Did you know that these aren’t the only bacon-wrapped hot dogs on my blog? Check out these bacon-wrapped hot dogs topped with rich garlic aioli.
Ingredients
This Memphis-style hot dog has-
- All-beef hot dogs.
- Fresh bakery hot dog buns.
- Sliced bacon. Make sure that it is not thick-cut so that it easily wraps around the hot dog.
- Memphis-style BBQ sauce. This is a vinegar-based sauce that can be homemade or store brought
- Chopped green onions and shredded cheddar cheese for topping.
How to make Memphis hot dogs step-by-step
For these, I use Nathan’s all-beef hot dogs. Wrap a piece of bacon down the length of each hot dog and lay it on a baking sheet covered with aluminum foil.
Place in a preheated 375-degree oven for 12 minutes.
Now put the hot dogs under the broiler of your oven for 1 minute. With tongs turn them, then broil for one minute more.
Once they are done add them to hot dog buns.
Top off these Memphis hot dogs with chopped green onions, cheddar cheese, and some Memphis Style BBQ Sauce. I used my sauce recipe since it is on the vinegary side, which is what Memphis Style BBQ sauces are based on.
Serving Suggestions
I serve this with my homemade BBQ sauce recipe. Make up a batch to have on hand for recipes like this and other grilling favorites.
Serve with a side of crispy air fryer potatoes, BBQ-seasoned waffle fries, or spicy potato wedges. These recipes are all made right in the air fryer!
Tips & Variations
- When cooking bacon under a broiler, make sure to now put it directly under the flame since the grease could possibly cause an issue. I place my pan vertically and left of the flame. (check your type of stove as these directions may vary)
- You can replace the bacon with turkey bacon.
- Make your own hot dog buns using this recipe from The Flavor Bender.
Storage
Place the bacon-wrapped hot dogs in a covered container and refrigerate. Eat within 3 days. To reheat, place on a baking sheet and place in the oven, and bake at 375 degrees for 5 minutes. For the air fryer, place in the basket and reheat at 375 degrees for 3 minutes.
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Memphis Hot Dogs
Equipment
- baking sheet
- tongs
Ingredients
- 8 hot dog buns
- 8 hot dogs I use Nathan’s
- 8 pieces bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Memphis Style BBQ Sauce
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
Instructions
- Wrap a piece of bacon down the length of each hot dog and lay it on a baking sheet covered with aluminum foil.8 hot dogs, 8 pieces bacon
- Place in a preheated 375-degree oven for 12 minutes.
- Now, put the hot dogs under the broiler of your oven for 1 minute. With tongs turn them, then broil for one minute more.
- Once they are done add them to hot dog buns. Top off with chopped green onions, cheddar cheese, and some Memphis Style BBQ Sauce. Enjoy!1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Memphis Style BBQ Sauce, 1/4 cup green onions, 8 hot dog buns
Notes
Tips for making this recipe:
- If you do not want to use aluminum foil, you can skip using it. Clean-up is just much easier when you use it.
- When broiling the hog dogs, DO NOT put them under the direct flame. Place the pan vertically to the left of the flame (these directions may vary with the type of stove you have).
- To store: Place in a covered container and refrigerate. Eat within 3 days. Reheat in the oven to 375 degrees for 5 minutes. For the air fryer, place in the basket and reheat at 375 degrees for 3 minutes.
Originally published in July of 2017. Updated photos April 2021.
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Last Updated on June 27, 2023 by Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten
Right! The famous Nathan’s hot dogs. I’m inspired to try them and travel to Nashville and Memphis. BTW You and your husband are welcome to check the CostCo (near Santa Monica) off your check list =)
So many hot dog toppings that I’ve never considered! This Memphis version sounds wonderful!
These are some of my favorite things! Looks like a delicious dog!
A Memphis dog? Well, yes please.
I’m not a huge BBQ meat fan, but I know the rest of my family loves all things BBQ flavored. They would love this hot dog recipe.
I’m the same way Erlene! Some reason though it all works together so well. Hope your family loves it.
Oh my goodness these look delicious. I’ll be giving these hotdogs a try at the weekend.
Thank you, Beth! I hope you love them.
I’ve never heard of Memphis Hot Dogs and clearly I’ve been missing out! I find plain hot dogs too boring, but these look amazing. Will definitely be on our summer menu!
It is a great way to upgrade boring hot dogs for sure!
Omg bacon wrapped hot dogs?? Sign me up! These look absolutely delicious and so perfect for summer!
They are a great summertime menu item!
Can’t go wrong with bacon on a hot dog! Can’t wait to try this recipe – the kids will love it!
They are great together! Hope you guys enjoy them.
I’ m a Chicago girl, but these hot dogs are amazing!!
It is hard to upstage a Chicago dog for sure!