What is a Sonoran Dog? I'm so glad you asked. It is a bacon wrapped hot dog cooked on a grill, gently placed in a Mexican bun. These are homemade buns that are made in local Tucson Mexican bakeries. The bun is soft, fresh and has a slight sweetness. This is one of the secrets of the Sonoran dog. The hot dog is topped with pinto beans, cheese, chopped tomatoes, mayo mixed with lemon juice and water, onions and jalapeno sauce. Many times it is served with a grilled chile pepper on the side. I beg you to get it loaded.
The local food trucks around town sell these for about $2.50. If you try it and don't like it your investment is nominal. I have never had anyone ever wish they had tried it any other way. I've had my share of skeptics wondering why they agreed to try a hot dog dressed in this manner. They did and yes, they ate the whole thing!
I have had guests leave Tucson and write to me about Sonoran dogs after their visit. I have had requests for returning guests to please stop at the nearest Sonoran dog stand upon their arrival in Tucson and again before their departure.
If you enjoy trying new foods and find yourself in Tucson. Go for the Sonoran dog, you'll be glad you did.
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