Fancy Franks

Elevate your hot dog game with this irresistible Fancy Franks recipe—a gourmet twist on a classic favorite! Using premium brioche buns, caramelized onions, and bold spicy mustard, these franks are anything but ordinary. Choose your favorite variety of hot dogs—beef, chicken, or vegetarian—and cook them to perfection before nestling them into toasted, buttery brioche buns. Each bite is bursting with flavor, thanks to a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese (optional), tangy relish, and a garnish of fresh parsley. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, these upscale hot dogs are perfect for casual dinners, summer cookouts, or anytime you want to impress a crowd with minimal effort. Treat your taste buds to Fancy Franks—where classic meets culinary sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Hot dogs (your choice of beef, chicken, or vegetarian)
• 4 pieces Brioche hot dog buns
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 large Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 4 tablespoons Spicy mustard
• 4 tablespoons Relish (your choice of dill or sweet)
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced onion to the skillet along with a pinch of salt and the granulated sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 12-15 minutes. Set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the hot dogs. Cook the hot dogs over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

While the hot dogs cook, preheat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, toast the brioche buns until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Step 5

To assemble, spread 1 tablespoon of spicy mustard on the inside of each toasted bun.

Step 6

Place the cooked hot dog in the bun and top with a generous serving of caramelized onions.

Step 7

Add 1 tablespoon of relish on top of each hot dog. If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the relish.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your Fancy Franks!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	813.4 grams (813.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2086

Total Fat 128.60g	165%
Saturated Fat 51.40g	257%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 251mg	84%
Sodium 4521mg	197%
Total Carbohydrate 172.30g	63%
Dietary Fiber 11.00g	39%
Total Sugars 50.60g
Protein 61.00g	122%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 657mg	51%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1061mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 33.0%