Colombian Hot Dogs (Perro Caliente Colombiano)
Colombian Hot Dogs are a fun and flavorful twist on the classic dish, topped with cheese, pineapple sauce, pink sauce, and crunchy potato chips for a unique experience at your next BBQ.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Hot dog sausages Cooked any way you like
- 4 pieces Soft buns Fresh and soft to hold all the toppings
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Topping
Sauces and Toppings
- 0.5 cup Canned pineapple Blend with sugar until smooth for pineapple sauce
- 0.5 cup Mayo and ketchup Mix equal parts for pink sauce
- to taste Mustard Topping for tang
- 1 cup Crushed potato chips Adds crunch and texture
- to taste Bacon bits Optional but recommended
- optional Quail eggs For traditional topping
- to taste Diced onions Optional topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the hot dog sausages until they reach your preferred level of doneness—grill, steam, or microwave.
- Blend the canned pineapple with sugar until smooth to make the pineapple sauce.
- Mix mayo and ketchup in equal parts to create the pink sauce.
- Toast the soft buns lightly to help prevent sogginess.
Assembly
- Place the hot sausages into the toasted buns.
- Spread the pink sauce over the hot dogs.
- Drizzle the pineapple sauce on top.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauces.
- Add optional bacon bits, diced onions, and drizzle mustard if using.
- Top generously with crushed potato chips.
- If using quail eggs, slice in half and place on top.
- Serve immediately with plenty of napkins.
Notes
Feel free to customize the toppings as you like. More toppings create a messy but enjoyable eating experience. Prepare sauces and toppings in advance for easy assembly during a party.