1. Crispy onions:Basically, fried onions, preferably in some kind of batter. I’ve heard this one is fairly common in Scandinavia, but I’ve yet to see it in the United States. Maybe some specialty restaurant offers it. Either way, it sounds like something worth chomping your teeth into.
2. Potato stix: Or, if you prefer, any kind of crunchy chip. Maybe you like potato chips, or maybe nacho chips. Any of your favorites will do to add some extra crunch to a hot dog. Combined with ketchup or salsa, you could have a little party going right on top of a hot dog.
3. Mayonnaise: Okay, this one might not be that unusual for some folks, but it’s always struck me as odd. I’m a ketchup and mustard guy, maybe with chili or onions. Mayonnaise on hot dogs just strikes me as weird, but to each his own.
4. Green peas: Why not? If you can have mayonnaise, why can’t you add some peas to go along with it? Or any kind of small vegetable might do. Corn, anyone? Cooked baby carrots?
5. Baconnaise: It tastes like bacon mixed with mayonnaise. How could you go wrong with this combo? Check out the Baconnaise Web site if you’d like to know more. And believe it or not, this stuff is generally healthier than regular mayonnaise.
6. Cream cheese: Is there anything cream cheese can’t improve? Warm it up slightly, then flop onto your favorite hot dog. You could even add a little raspberry jam for some extra zing.
7. Molasses: Add a little sweetness to your meal on a bun. You could also try maple syrup or corn syrup, whatever floats your boat. This might go especially well with potato bread hot dog buns.
8. Pineapple: That’s right, shoot for a Hawaiian hot dog. A little cheese, maybe even a touch of seafood (I’m thinking that fake crab or lobster strips that are actually fish, or maybe popcorn shrimp) and you’re set to go to a luau.
9. Cole slaw: This one might not be that outrageous, especially for some Southerners who seem to love slaw on everything. Adding it to your dog is like eating a side and a meal all in one bite.
10. Potato salad: People often eat them side by side on the same plate, so why not just combine potato salad and the hot dog? It saves in eating time, and you won’t need a fork for the salad. Dump on and munch away.

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