Easy Taco Dog Recipe

Get ready for a mouthwatering Mexican twist on a family favourite with these air fryer taco dogs. Juicy hot dogs, topped with creamy guacamole, zesty salsa, and crispy onions. Weekday dinner just got easier!

If you've tried our air fryer hot dogs, then you're just going to LOVE this little Mexican flavor twist when it comes to serving them up!

And if you've not tried air fryer hot dogs yet... WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?! It's the BEST way to make juicy hot dogs!

Making Taco Hot Dogs For Dinner Is A Good Thing, Here’s Why! 

Quick and easy! – Oh, these are so simple, just line your hot dog sausages up in the air fryer basket and air fry! Grab your shop bought toppings and a few minutes later, everything is ready to eat. No need to fire up the BBQ!

Kids LOVE this dinner  – this is a great Friday night dinner, when the kids are pestering for take-out, taco dog night is a good compromise. Add some extra sides and it's a total feast!

Air Fryer Hot Dogs Recipe 

Makes – 4 taco dogs (easy to make more)  

Prep Time – 30 seconds 

Cook Time – 4-5 minutes

Total Time – around 6 minutes 

Our Most Popular Alternative – Air Fryer Burgers

Equipment Needed

• Air Fryer – we now use a Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer – the 9.5 litre two drawer cooking space is BRILLIANT when you’re cooking for a family or cook larger portions. Or just like to cook two different things on different settings at the same time!  You'd be able to do 12 taco dogs at once easily!

• Tongs – just makes it easier to lift the food from the air fryer basket. I’d 100% recommend you get yourself a set of silicone tongs if you do a lot of air fry cooking. They just make it so much easier to flip and remove food. Plus they don’t scratch the air fryer non-stick coating.

• Meat Thermometer – just to check your food is warmed through properly!

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Air Fryer Taco Dogs Ingredients

You’ll just need a handful of ingredients for our Mexican hot dog recipe

• Hot Dogs - you can add a pinch of taco taco seasoning to them as they cook

• Hot Dog Rolls - we use the Brioche bun ones from Aldi

• Guacamole - use shop bought for speed, or make your own chunky guacamole here

• Tomato Salsa - again, use shop bought or make your own roast tomato salsa here

• Crispy Onions - we use Dino's onions, they're great on cheese on toast too!

But you can mix things up however you like. Try topping the Mexican hotdogs with any of your favorite taco toppings

• beef chilli - made with ground beef
• fresh salad 
• salsa verde 
• shredded Cheddar cheese 
• avocado
• green chilies
• chopped red onion
• shredded lettuce
• sprinkle of cilantro
• sour cream 
• black beans
• taco sauce
• refried beans
• spicy coleslaw

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How To Make Air Fryer Hot Dogs 

You’re going to LOVE how simple these hot dog taco are to throw together!

Step One – air fry the hotdogs 

• Lay the hot dogs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

• Air fry at 200C for around 4-5 minutes. Or until the hot dog sausages are heated through properly. You can check this using the Meat Thermometer.

• Once cooked, remove the hot dogs from the air fryer using the silicone tongs.

Cooks Note - no air fryer? Just cook the hot dogs as per the packet instructions.

Step Two – make the taco dogs 

• Put the hot dog sausages into the hot dog buns and then on top of each hot dog put a tablespoon of guacamole and salsa and finish with a scattering of crispy onions or crushed tortilla chips. Add jalapeno slices for extra fiery heat!

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What Sausages To Use For Hot Dogs

You can use regular hotdogs from a jar or tin, grab the packet ones you can microwave or air fry. Or use proper butchers sausages (these will take longer to cook so adjust cooking times - get our guide here on how to cook sausages in the air fryer.

You can also use chicken or turkey sausages if you prefer.

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Can I Make Vegetarian Taco Dogs?

Yep! Of course you can - just switch out the meat sausages for a vegetarian version. I usually add air fried bell peppers too when I do veggie taco dogs.

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What To Serve With Hot Dogs

Our delicious taco dogs go great with the following sides!

• Air Fryer Corn On The Cobs
• Ranch Pasta Salad
• Sweet Potato Wedges
• Spicy Fries
• Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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