This post may contain affiliate links.For more information, please see our affiliate policy.Leave a ReviewJump to RecipeLearn the secrets to an authentic Chicago-Style Hot Dog.

From the neon-green relish and sport peppers to the celery salt and poppy seed bun, every detail is specific, prescribed, and intentional.  Meggan’s notes Growing up in Milwaukee, Chicago was just a short train ride away.I grew up eating Chicago’s famous hot dogs whenever I had a chance to visit the Windy City, and I’m excited to share all my best tips for your success.

You don’t need to be a butcher or chef to make a Chicago-style hot dog: you just need to follow Chicago’s rules.Every element is dictated by tradition.You need all-beef hot dogs, steamed poppy seed buns, yellow mustard, neon-green sweet pickle relish, onions, tomatoes, pickle spears, sport peppers, and celery salt – and all in a very specific order! Some ingredients are harder to find than others.

I offer my best substitutions and suggestions when applicable, but for the ultimate CS hot dog hat, order the Goldbelly Chicago-Style Hot Dog Kit straight from Chi-town.It’s pricey, but It comes with everything you need to make the real Chicago-style hot dog.Table of ContentsMeggan’s notesRecipe ingredientsIngredient notesStep-by-step instructionsRecipe tips and variationsFrequently Asked QuestionsChicago-Style Hot Dogs Recipe Recipe ingredients At a Glance: Here is a quick snapshot of what i

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