French Onion Dogs on the Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Experience gourmet hot dogs like never before with Johan Magnussen's @Big Swede BBQ recipe. Grilled on the Arteflame, these franks are topped with caramelized onions, Gruyere, and a special sour cream mix.

Ingredients

• 4 hot dog buns
• 4 quarter-pound beef franks
• 3 yellow onions
• 2 Tbs fresh thyme leaves
• 1 bag beefy onion soup mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 8 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Oil, for grilling

Instructions

1. Prepare the Onion Sour Cream Mix

   • In a small bowl, mix together the beefy onion soup mix and sour cream. Set aside.

2. Prepare and Cook the Onions

   • Cut the ends off the onions, slice in half, and remove the outer layer. Core the onions and slice them thinly lengthwise.
   • Heat up the Arteflame plancha to medium heat. Oil the plancha and add the sliced onions.
   • Grill for about 20 minutes, flipping frequently, until caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Grill the Beef Franks

   • Score a light criss-cross pattern on both sides of the beef franks.
   • Place the franks on the plancha and grill, turning occasionally until cooked through.

4. Melt the Cheese on Onions

   • Once the onions are caramelized, divide them into four piles on the plancha.
   • Season each pile with fresh thyme leaves.
   • Sprinkle 2 oz of shredded Gruyere cheese over each onion pile.
   • Cover with a dome or lid until the cheese is melted.

5. Assemble the Hot Dogs

   • Spread the onion/sour cream mixture inside each bun.
   • Place a grilled beef frank in each bun.
   • Carefully lift each onion and cheese pile from the plancha and place on top of the beef franks.

6. Serve

   • Serve the gourmet hot dogs immediately and enjoy the unique combination of flavors.

Tips

• Use freshly shredded Gruyere for better melting.
• Allow the onions to caramelize slowly for the best flavor.
• If cooking on a regular grill, use a cast-iron pan to caramelize the onions.

Variations

• Try adding a spicy mustard for extra depth.
• Use brioche buns for a richer taste.
• Experiment with different cheese varieties like Swiss or cheddar.

Best Pairings

• Pair with a crisp lager or pale ale.
• Serve alongside sweet potato fries or homemade coleslaw.
• A side of pickles adds a nice contrast of flavor.

Conclusion

Johan Magnussen from @Big Swede BBQ elevates the classic hot dog with caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, and a special onion sour cream mix, all grilled to perfection on the Arteflame. Enjoy these gourmet hot dogs for an elevated BBQ experience.