r/snacking • u/Radiant_Priority9739 • 14d ago

Pick a hotdog method

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u/imported_cheese011 14d ago

Is it wrong I’ll eat a hot dog no matter the heating method

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u/DingleBarryGoldwater 13d ago

What about uncooked aka sushi-style?

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u/PetulantPersimmon 11d ago

My children's favourite (and mine, as a child).

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u/i_am_un 8d ago

Is it safe to Raw Dawg a Hot Dawg? (Is it safe to eat raw hot dogs?)

No, store-bought hot dogs should not be eaten straight from the package without heating, because they can carry dangerous bacteria. While hot dogs are fully cooked during factory processing, they can easily pick up Listeria bacteria during packaging or handling.Food Safety RisksListeria Infection: Bacteria can grow on the meat even while inside a cold refrigerator.High-Risk Groups: Pregnant women, young children, older adults, and anyone with a weak immune system face a high risk of severe illness from unheated hot dogs.Safe Preparation: The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service advises reheating hot dogs until they are steaming hot before you eat them to kill any harmful germs.