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I made hot dogs on the grill and in my air fryer, and one appliance took less than half the time
I made hot dogs on the grill and in my air fryer, and one appliance took less than half the time
Meredith SchneiderJun 27, 2024, 22:56 IST
The perfect hot dog has a crisp, juicy exterior.Meredith Schneider
Hot dogs are the perfect summer food, so I compared making them with an air fryer and a grill.
I couldn't believe how quickly my air fryer produced perfect results.
School's out for the summer, the sun is shining, and according to the USDA, grocery prices are starting to stabilize just in time for grilling season.
Hot dogs are a quintessential part of the American summer experience for me. Their easy prep makes them perfect for on-the-go lunches, family dinners, picnics, and social gatherings.
But I wanted to know, once and for all, the best method for making hot dogs, so I cooked some franks on the grill and in my air fryer.
Here's how the appliances stacked up.
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My go-to ingredients are easy and cheap.
I bought hot dogs, buns, and extra bread at the store. Meredith Schneider
Toasted buns are an at-home perk.
Sometimes, I like to season the outside of my hot-dog buns.Meredith Schneider
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I gave the dogs the same slices before cooking.
Serrating the franks is an important prep step. Meredith Schneider
Once everything was prepped for an even comparison, I fired up the air fryer.
I didn't have to do much to make the dogs in the air fryer.Meredith Schneider
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Getting the grill going took a little more patience.
I had to do two rounds of grilled hot dogs because the first batch didn't turn out right. Meredith Schneider
When I need a hot dog stat, I'm reaching for my air fryer.
The air-fried hot dog (back) had a better texture than the grilled one (front).Meredith Schneider