Charred Pico Hotdogs

Grill up a delicious and flavorful hot dog with a fresh topping of pico de gallo, roasted corn, and grilled onions. Using the Classic Joe® Grill - Series II, this recipe adds a smoky touch to a classic favorite, perfect for your next BBQ or cookout. Simple to make and full of flavor, this grilled hot dog recipe is a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

Prepare the Grill

1. 01

   Preheat your Kamado Joe or any grill you are using. Set up your grill for direct heat and lower the grill grate so it's close to the flames. This will help create that perfect char on your vegetables and hot dogs.

Char the Vegetables

2. 02

   Onion: Place the red onion directly in the charcoal bed to roast. Let it cook until the exterior is charred. Remove it from the grill and allow it to cool. Once cooled, peel off the charred outer layer, and chop the onion into small pieces.

3. 03

   Corn: Place the corn directly on the grill, turning occasionally, until it's roasted and has a slight char. Once done, cut the kernels off the cob and set them aside in a bowl.

4. 04

   Tomatoes and Avocado: Lightly char the tomatoes and avocado halves on the grill for a few minutes. The heat will change the flavor of the tomatoes and add depth to your pico. Remove and chop them into small pieces.

5. 05

   Limes: Place the limes on the grill for a few minutes to get a bit of char, then squeeze the juice into your pico mixture.

Prepare the Pico de Gallo

6. 06

   In a large bowl, combine the roasted corn, chopped red onion, charred tomatoes, and avocado.

7. 07

   Add freshly squeezed lime juice, cilantro (optional), and minced garlic.

8. 08

   For a touch of heat, chop some pickled jalapeños and add them to the mix.

9. 09

   Crumble queso fresco on top to bring a bit of saltiness and creaminess to the pico de gallo. Season with salt to taste.

Grill the Hot Dogs

10. 10

    Place the hot dogs directly on the grill. Grill them for a few minutes, turning occasionally, until they are nicely charred and heated through.

Assemble the Hot Dogs:

11. 11

    Place the grilled hot dogs in buns and top with the prepared charred pico de gallo mixture. For an extra kick, drizzle with Cholula hot sauce or your favorite hot sauce.

Serve and Enjoy

12. 12

    Serve the hot dogs immediately, topped with the charred pico de gallo. Enjoy!