Cuban Hot Dogs

Name: Cuban Hot Dogs with Potato Sticks
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 hot dogs; 4 hot dog buns; 4 slices sliced Swiss cheese; 8 slices deli ham; 4 dill pickle spears; 4 tbsp mayonnaise; 4 tbsp dill mustard; 1/4 cup potato sticks; All-purpose seasoning, to taste

Cuban hot dogs are layered hot dogs stuffed with Swiss cheese, griddled ham, pickles, and condiments, then pressed in a toasted bun and finished with crispy potato sticks. They're a creative campsite meal that combines multiple textures and flavors in one handheld sandwich.

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Total

20 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

4 hot dogs
4 hot dog buns
4 slices sliced Swiss cheese
8 slices deli ham
4 dill pickle spears
4 tbsp mayonnaise
4 tbsp dill mustard
1/4 cup potato sticks
All-purpose seasoning, to tasteoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your griddle. Place the hot dogs on the griddle and season them if desired.
2
While the hot dogs are cooking, slice the Swiss cheese slices in half diagonally and slice the pickle spears lengthwise.
3
Continue to cook the hot dogs, turning occasionally, until they are cooked to your liking. Then, remove them from the griddle.
4
Place the deli ham on the griddle and cook until lightly browned. At the same time, toast the hot dog buns on the griddle.
5
Slice the cooked hot dogs lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through.
6
To assemble, place a toasted bun on the griddle. Layer with Swiss cheese, a squeeze of mayonnaise, and a squeeze of dill mustard.
7
Add the griddled ham, the sliced hot dog, and a sliced pickle spear.
8
Fold the bun over, and use a grill press to gently press the hot dog on the griddle for a moment to warm through.
9
Remove from the griddle and top with potato sticks for crunch before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Split the hot dog lengthwise before grilling to increase surface area and allow toppings to nestle into the crevice for better layering.
Griddle the ham briefly before assembling so it's warm and slightly caramelized, which enhances flavor and prevents a cold filling.
Toast the bun cut-side down on the griddle immediately after assembling to lock in moisture and add structural integrity to hold all layers.
Add potato sticks just before serving to preserve their crunch; they will absorb moisture from condiments if added too early.

Substitutions

Swiss cheese → provolone or cheddar (shifts flavor profile slightly but maintains richness)
Deli ham → bacon or Canadian bacon (adds smokiness; reduce quantity to 4-6 slices for balance)
Dill pickle spears → bread-and-butter pickles or jalapeños (adjusts acidity and heat level)
Potato sticks → crispy fried onions or crushed potato chips (maintains crunch texture)

Storage & make-ahead

Best served immediately after assembly. Leftover cooked components may be refrigerated separately for up to 3 days; reheat ham and toast buns fresh before assembling.