The Absolute Best Hot Dogs Are Spiral Cut – Here's How To Make Them

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The Absolute Best Hot Dogs Are Spiral Cut – Here's How To Make Them By Amrita Ray Aug. 5, 2025 9:39 am EST

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There are a million ways to cook a hot dog . Okay, maybe not a million, that's a bit of an exaggeration, but at least a dozen – from deep-fried to smoked to butterflied and griddled. But what if you added a literal twist to this meaty classic, first sold at a seaside stand in New York City , by giving it spiral cuts? The cooking method stays the same; the only difference is that your hot dog is sliced into a tight coil, resembling a corkscrew once the deed is done. For maximized crispiness, deep-fried spiraled hot dogs are the best , especially if you want to bite into s