Flaming Hot Cheetos Spiral-Cut Hot Dogs: A Spicy, Cheesy Twist with Fresh Flavors

Get ready to take your hot dog experience to the next level with this unique recipe for Flaming Hot Cheetos Spiral-Cut Hot Dogs. By spiral-cutting the hot dogs before grilling, you create more surface area for delicious caramelization and flavor infusion. Combined with the fiery crunch of Flaming Hot Cheetos, the freshness of chopped cilantro, and the tanginess of crumbled cotija cheese, these hot dogs are a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more. Let’s dive into how to make this unforgettable dish on your Seasons Fire Pit Grill.

Ingredients:

Hot dogs

Flaming Hot Cheetos (crushed)

Hot dog buns

Chopped cilantro

Crumbled cotija cheese

Your preferred condiments (ketchup, mustard, relish, onions, etc.)

Light the fire pit grill and allow it to preheat until it reaches a medium-high temperature. This ensures a good sear on the spiral-cut hot dogs while imparting that smoky flavor. Spiral-cut the hot dog by using a sharp knife and making a diagonal slit at one end of each hot dog. Then, carefully rotate the hot dog while continuing to cut in a spiral motion along its length, creating a spiral-shaped cut. Be cautious not to cut all the way through the hot dog; leave a little bit of uncut hot dog at the end to hold it together. Place the spiral-cut hot dogs on the preheated grill, cut side down. Grill them for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are heated through and have nice grill marks. The spiral cut allows for more surface area to get caramelized and crispy. Once the hot dogs are cooked, remove them from the grill and immediately roll them in the crushed Flaming Hot Cheetos until they are evenly coated. The heat from the hot dogs will help the crushed Cheetos adhere to them.  Place the Flaming Hot Cheetos-coated hot dogs in the hot dog buns. Sprinkle chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese on top of each hot dog. These fresh toppings add brightness and balance to the spicy and cheesy flavors. Add your favorite condiments to the hot dogs, such as ketchup, mustard, relish, or onions, according to your preference. Get creative with your toppings to enhance the flavor.

Serve your Flaming Hot Cheetos Spiral-Cut Hot Dogs hot off the grill and watch as they disappear quickly. The combination of spicy, cheesy, and fresh flavors makes these hot dogs a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone satisfied and craving more.

Spiral-cut hot dogs not only taste great but also look visually appealing, making them a standout dish at any gathering.  We served them on taco stands.