Beef Frankfurters (Hot Dogs)

Ingredients

• •2 lb well-chilled kosher beef
• •1/2 lb beef fat
• •2 tsp kosher salt
• •1 tsp paprika
• •1 tsp garlic powder
• •1 tsp white pepper
• •1/2 tsp coriander
• •1/4 tsp allspice
• •1/2 cup ice water
• •Natural kosher beef casings
• •8 hot dog buns
• •Mustard and sauerkraut for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the beef and fat into chunks and chill them very thoroughly.

2. 2

   Grind the meat mixture finely, then mix with salt, spices, and ice water until sticky and emulsified.

3. 3

   Rinse the casings and stuff them firmly, twisting into sausage lengths.

4. 4

   Poach the sausages gently until they are set, then chill.

5. 5

   Smoke the frankfurters lightly if desired for classic deli flavor.

6. 6

   Grill or griddle the hot dogs until heated through and lightly blistered.

7. 7

   Place in buns and top with mustard or sauerkraut.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while hot.