Chicago-style hot dog with neon relish and sport peppers

Chicago-style hot dog with neon relish and sport peppers recipe videos

The Chicago-style hot dog is an iconic regional street food from Chicago, Illinois, featuring an all-beef frankfurter on a steamed poppy seed bun. It is famously loaded with a specific set of toppings, including neon green relish, sport peppers, chopped onions, tomato wedges, a pickle spear, and a dash of celery salt, all while strictly avoiding ketchup.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in fat and sodium due to the processed meat and bun, but it also provides a good amount of protein from the all-beef frank. A single serving generally ranges from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the specific vendor and portion sizes.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	1100 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 hot dog (approx. 170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The neon green color of the relish is a signature, artificial hue that is unique to this regional style and has become a cultural identifier for Chicago. Nutritionally, the combination of fresh vegetables and peppers provides a surprising amount of fiber and vitamins, contrasting with the processed meat base.