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Memphis Hot Dogs

April 14, 2021 by Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten 16 Comments

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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!

Memphis Hot Dogs ready to eat!
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  • How to make Memphis hot dogs step-by-step
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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.

Bacon wrapped hot dogs in buns with BBQ sauce, cheese and green onions off to the side.

Once they are done add them to hot dog buns.

Memphis Hot Dogs ready to eat!

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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And here you are…..

Memphis Hot Dogs ready to eat!

From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!

a hand holding a bacon wrapped hot dog covered with BBQ sauce and cheese over a board holding more hot dogs and toppings.

Memphis Hot Dogs

Memphis hot dogs are all-beef hot dogs wrapped in bacon, then cooked until crispy. Top with Memphis Style BBQ sauce.
5 from 9 votes
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: memphis hot dog
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 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.
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Originally published in July of 2017. Updated photos April 2021.

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Last Updated on June 27, 2023 by Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

Filed Under: Mitten Meals

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Comments

  1. The Ninja Baker

    July 23, 2017 at 7:03 am

    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 =)

    Reply
  2. Liz

    July 23, 2017 at 2:21 pm

    So many hot dog toppings that I’ve never considered! This Memphis version sounds wonderful!

    Reply
  3. Denise Wright

    July 23, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    These are some of my favorite things! Looks like a delicious dog!

    Reply
  4. Wendy Klik

    July 24, 2017 at 2:35 am

    A Memphis dog? Well, yes please.

    Reply
  5. Erlene

    July 26, 2018 at 9:10 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      July 27, 2018 at 8:19 pm

      I’m the same way Erlene! Some reason though it all works together so well. Hope your family loves it.

      Reply
  6. Beth Sachs

    June 8, 2021 at 11:28 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness these look delicious. I’ll be giving these hotdogs a try at the weekend.

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      June 8, 2021 at 4:32 pm

      Thank you, Beth! I hope you love them.

      Reply
  7. Jen

    June 8, 2021 at 11:59 am

    5 stars
    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!

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      June 8, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      It is a great way to upgrade boring hot dogs for sure!

      Reply
  8. Anjali

    June 8, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    5 stars
    Omg bacon wrapped hot dogs?? Sign me up! These look absolutely delicious and so perfect for summer!

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      June 8, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      They are a great summertime menu item!

      Reply
  9. Wanda

    June 8, 2021 at 12:34 pm

    5 stars
    Can’t go wrong with bacon on a hot dog! Can’t wait to try this recipe – the kids will love it!

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      June 8, 2021 at 4:34 pm

      They are great together! Hope you guys enjoy them.

      Reply
  10. Sarah Baumeister

    June 8, 2021 at 12:44 pm

    5 stars
    I’ m a Chicago girl, but these hot dogs are amazing!!

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      June 8, 2021 at 4:34 pm

      It is hard to upstage a Chicago dog for sure!

      Reply

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