Slow-simmering hot dogs in beer yields a tender, evenly flavored alternative to grilling or frying. The gentle poach in lager keeps the sausages juicy and infuses them with subtle malt notes that pair especially well with a beer-enhanced sauerkraut.
A classic accompaniment for hot dogs is french fries; try spicy garlic oven fries for a bold contrast to the mild, beer-simmered dogs.
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Hot Dogs Simmered in Beer
By Lynne Webb
Hot dogs simmered in beer become tender with a mild, rounded flavor that complements beer-infused sauerkraut perfectly.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 to 8 servings
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Ingredients
- 8 natural casing hot dogs, uncured if possible
- 1 lb sauerkraut
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 12 ounces lager beer, divided (see notes)
- 2 thick slices of sweet onion, separated into rings
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
- 8 hot dog buns, lightly toasted and buttered
Instructions
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Place the sauerkraut in a colander, rinse lightly with cold water and drain thoroughly. Transfer to a large skillet, sprinkle with the sugar and add 1/2 cup of the beer.
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Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the beer has mostly cooked off, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
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While the sauerkraut cooks, place the onion, garlic and hot dogs in a sauté pan and pour in the remaining beer. Bring to a slow simmer over medium-low to medium heat. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, turning the hot dogs occasionally so they cook evenly and absorb the beer flavor.
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When done, drain the hot dogs on paper towels, place them in the toasted buns and top with the prepared sauerkraut.
Notes
We’ve tested this method with various beers and a lager provides flavor without bitterness. Choose a lager you enjoy for the best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 286, Total Fat: 14g, Cholesterol: 39mg, Sodium: 1046mg, Carbohydrates: 30g, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 8g, Protein: 10g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.