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Savory South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches Recipe to Try!

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Experience the rich flavors of the Palmetto State with these South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches, featuring juicy beef hot dogs and a crunchy coleslaw. Perfect for any gathering, these sandwiches are a delightful twist on classic comfort food.

Ingredients

  • Beef hot dogs (or turkey/plant-based hot dogs)
  • Traditional South Carolina BBQ sauce (or a mix of yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and honey)
  • Green cabbage
  • Carrots
  • Mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Sugar
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Sandwich buns (hoagie rolls or brioche buns)
  • Picked jalapeños (or sliced dill pickles)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix together your mayo (or yogurt), apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  4. Grill or boil your beef hot dogs according to package instructions until heated through. If grilling, aim for a nice char for added flavor.
  5. While the hot dogs are cooking, lightly butter your sandwich buns and toast them on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown.
  6. Place each hot dog in a toasted bun. Generously drizzle the South Carolina BBQ sauce over the hot dogs.
  7. Pile a generous amount of coleslaw on top of the BBQ-covered hot dogs.
  8. For some extra heat, add pickled jalapeños or sliced dill pickles as desired. You can also sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor.
  9. Enjoy your sandwiches while they’re hot! Pair them with potato chips or fries for a classic picnic vibe.

Nutrition

Keywords: Customize the heat by adding hot sauce to your BBQ sauce or mixing in diced fresh jalapeños into the coleslaw. Prepare the coleslaw a day in advance for convenience.

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