Craving something different from your usual cookout fare? The Icelandic Hot Dog, or Pylsur, is a must-try street food sensation that brings bold flavor and unique toppings to the table. Made with a blend of lamb, pork, and beef, these hot dogs are unlike anything you’ve had before and now you can recreate this Icelandic classic right at home.
Icelandic Hot Dog Recipe
Course: MainCuisine: IcelandicDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes10
minutes250
kcalIcelandic Hot Dog Recipe
Ingredients
4 Icelandic hot dog sausages (or similar style, such as lamb-based sausages)
4 soft hot dog buns
1/4 cup crispy fried onions
1/4 cup raw onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup mustard (preferably sweet)
2 tbsp remoulade sauce (or mayonnaise-based sauce)
1/4 cup fried shallots
Directions
- Heat a grill or pan over medium heat. Cook the Icelandic hot dog sausages for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they are heated through and have a nice brown color.
- While the sausages are cooking, lightly toast the buns on the grill or in a separate pan for about 1-2 minutes until they are golden and slightly crispy.
- Place each cooked sausage inside a bun.
- Drizzle ketchup and mustard on the sausages. Top with remoulade sauce, finely chopped raw onions, crispy fried onions, and fried shallots.
- Serve the Icelandic hot dogs immediately with a side of fries or salad, if desired. Enjoy!
Recipe Video
Serving Suggestions
Serve Icelandic hot dogs traditionally with all the fixings—ketchup, brown mustard, remoulade, raw onions, and crispy fried onions. For a full Icelandic experience, pair with a side of lightly salted fries or a simple cucumber salad. They also go great with a cold soda or, for the adults, a chilled Icelandic beer.
Savings Suggestions
To save money, use regular hot dogs if Icelandic-style sausages aren’t available in your area. Make your own remoulade at home with pantry staples like mayo, mustard, relish, and capers. Buying onions in bulk and frying them yourself is a cost-effective (and tastier) alternative to store-bought crispy onions.
FAQs
What kind of hot dogs should I use?
Authentic Icelandic hot dogs are made with lamb, but you can use any high-quality beef or pork hot dogs as a substitute.
What is remoulade, and can I make it at home?
Remoulade is a tangy mayo-based sauce with mustard and relish. Yes, you can easily make it with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sweet relish, and a dash of lemon juice.
Can I cook the hot dogs on the grill instead of boiling or steaming?
Absolutely! Grilling adds a nice charred flavor, though traditionally they’re steamed or boiled.
Are Icelandic hot dogs gluten-free?
Check the labels—some versions are gluten-free, but toppings like fried onions and buns may contain gluten unless specified otherwise.
Where can I find authentic Icelandic hot dogs?
Some international grocery stores or online retailers stock them. Brands like SS Pylsur are popular imports.
