Thursday 12 April 2012

Hot Dogs: The Favorite Food Of America

Fast foods are the new staple diet. Ready to eat and appealing to the taste buds, fast foods are a favorite amongst the new generation. They are convenient to gulp down in this fast paced lifestyle. With the rise in expenses and an increase in work pressure to fulfill financial demands, no one has time to cook three square meals and eat mindfully. Grabbing a hotdog or burger is a much better option. A good deal of Americans thrives on fast foods to put to rest their churning tummies. Even though obesity levels in the U.S. are at an all time high, the trend of gobbling up convenience foods is on the rise.

Hotdogs are amongst the favorite foods of Americans. According to recent surveys, hotdogs top the list of American’s favorite summer time foods. It’s basically a combination of two things: meat and bread. It is a hot, soft and edible tube of processed meat(s) that’s usually grilled or barbecued. Common ingredients in a hotdog are beef, pork, turkey or chicken. The meat product is placed in an aptly shaped hot dog bun and topped with condiments as per one’s preference. Along with being highly satisfying, they are rich in protein.

The toppings on a hot dog differ in different regions. Chicago style hot dogs are filled with beef and topped with mustard, onions, dill pickles, salt, tomatoes and sport peppers. Coney Island hotdogs are topped with yellow onion, mustard and lots of chili. New Jersey is famous for Italian hotdogs featuring peppers, potato and onions. Each locality has its own unique variation of hotdogs. These meaty treats are a part and parcel of famous events and traditions in America. Be it at a football game or a baseball game, you are sure to spot a hot dog vendor nearby.

Hot dogs were not originally American. They were brought over by immigrants. In spite of this, they can be conveniently termed as a “tourist attraction” in America. You can buy one at every other street corner. With the increase in global awareness on the shortcomings of fast foods to the human body, the hot dog industry has been quick to respond. New “better for you” alternatives have started replacing the traditional hotdogs. They include turkey, chicken or vegetarian hotdogs. They are believed to consist of fewer calories. This is good news for the health conscious. Now everyone can grab a bite of their favorite fast food with less guilt!

You can make your hot dogs tasty with Classic Food’s seasonings and toppings. Classic Foods offers a range of chili products which vary from bowl chilis to the hot dog toppings. These are ready-to-use products and specifically packaged in bag pouches, keeping in mind your health and hygiene. For more information contact Classic Foods at 629 Mony, Ft. Worth, Texas 76102 or call them at 817.332.1071.