Rattlesnake Tail Hot Dogs

50m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Score hot dogs from top to bottom then side to side to get that rattlesnake tail look.
  2. 2Slather mustard to bind the seasoning mix, cover dogs completely in the mix.
  3. 3Place onto the smoker for about 20 minutes so the cuts open up.
  4. 4Remove dogs and cut into thirds.
  5. 5Launch into a cast iron skillet and cover in BBQ sauce
  6. 6Place back on the smoker for about 30 minutes at 300F, or until sauce tacks up nicely
  7. 7Remove and allow to sit for a few minutes before diving in!

Ingredients

  • 16 count package hot dogs
  • as a binder mustard
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 Tbsp onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp ground up ancho, guajillo, and pasilla chili
  • Hickory Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce

Equipment

knifebaking sheetwire rackgrilltongscutting boardcast iron skilletbrush

Tips

  • Use spicy hot dogs.
  • Enjoy as a side, appetizer, or treat for the weekend (or sooner if you’re anxious to try it).