I absolutely love making hot dogs with pickle buns as an alternative to regular bread buns. For one, they add a flavor element that is to die for and of course, pickles are keto-friendly. Here’s how I make them into buns.

How to Make a Pickle Bun

Slice lengthwise. Imagine the shape of a hot dog bun. That’s how you want to orient the pickle before slicing it.

TIP: To make a thinner pickle bun, you have the option of scooping out some of the center to make room for the hot dog. I like making this version of the pickle bun whenever I’m using a thicker hot dog.

How to Make the Best Keto Hot Dog

You can’t go wrong with a good keto hot dog. With the right trimmings and the perfect brand of hot dog, I can assure you you won’t go back to regular hot dogs again. To make my signature keto hot dog with pickle buns:

Make the onion jam. In a saucepan, saute the onion for 10 minutes before adding the water, sweetener and vinegar. Reduce to low until it thickens.
Slice the pickles. The pickle bun is everything to this recipe, so make sure to use the brand of pickles that you enjoy the most. Slice it lengthwise.
Top with your favorite condiments and toppers. Top with the onion jam, some mustard and some keto ketchup. Then top it with some chopped bell pepper and bacon bits.

4 Best Toppings and Condiments to Top Your Hot Dog With

Mayonnaise
Guacamole
Relish (Or Jalapeno Relish as seen here)
Sauerkraut

Not all hot dogs are keto-approved, especially those that are flavored with sugars. However, there’s a large selection of hot dogs that are, by default, keto-approved because they don’t contain excess carbs and added sugars. Here are some of them:

Best Sides to Make With This Pickle Keto Hot Dog

You know what they say, good things come in pairs. I have a few suggestions for sides that you can serve alongside this pickle keto hot dog:

Onion Rings – Onion rings are one of my favorite keto sides because they’re so easy to make, whether baked or fried. The homemade ranch dressing is a winner, too.
French Fries – It’s hard to believe that these fries can be better than your regular French fries, but I can’t say it enough: these keto French fries are a game-changer.
Potato Salad – Potato salad without the potatoes–that’s exactly what you’re getting with this recipe, but you won’t even miss them because of how tasty this recipe is.

More Crave-worthy Keto Hot Dog Recipes

Keto Chicago Hot Dog – A Chicago hot dog that’s absolutely packed with flavor but without the guilt thanks to the lettuce wrap–what more could you ask for?
Pigs in a Blanket – Say hello to this classic recipe that kids and adults will always enjoy and made even better thanks to ingenious keto ingredient swaps.
Keto Chili Dog Casserole – Comfort food at its finest, this chili casserole is a simple but straightforward recipe that will have you coming back for seconds (and thirds!).

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