Best 5 Ri Hot Weiners Gaggers Gaggahs Weenies Recipes
In the culinary landscape of Rhode Island, one dish reigns supreme: the hot wiener. These iconic sausages, also known as "gaggers" or "gaggahs," are a beloved street food that has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Typically served on a steamed bun and topped with a savory meat sauce, onions, and mustard, hot weiners are a symphony of flavors that burst with every bite. This article delves into the world of Rhode Island hot weiners, providing three delectable recipes that showcase the diversity and creativity of this culinary gem. From the classic Original Hot Wiener to the adventurous All the Way Hot Wiener and the vegetarian-friendly Veggie Hot Wiener, these recipes offer a taste of Rhode Island's rich culinary heritage. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOT WIENERS RHODE ISLAND STYLE
Steps:
- In a medium saute pan over medium heat add, margarine and 1 minced onion. Saute till translucent, but do not brown. Next add chili powder, paprika, allspice, curry, dry mustard and cinnamon. Then add beef, stir thoroughly and cook for 5 minutes, add water and simmer over medium to low heat for 30 minutes.
- In a medium sauce pot boil hot dogs with salt and steam buns.
- When meat is done simmering, add meat mixture to the hot dog in the bun, top evenly with minced onion, yellow mustard, and a sprinkle celery salt.
RHODE ISLAND HOT WIENER SAUCE #1
Every state has it's own food specialties. Hawaii has pineapple, R.I. has "hot weiners!" What are they? It's a small hot dog, placed on a steammed bun, topped with mustard, chopped onion, celery salt and meat sauce! I crave these! Recipes for this sauce are varied. This is another recipe for it. You decide which one you like better.
Provided by quotFoodThe Way To
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large frying pan, cook the ground beef and the chopped onion until tender.
- Add tomato sauce, chili powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add cinnamon to taste.
- Serve on top of hotdogs with all the traditional fixings!
- Keeps 3-5 days in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.2, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 302.1, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3, Protein 9.5
RHODE ISLAND HOT WIENERS
Many Rhode Islanders spell wiener with an "ei" and serve theirs "all the way" with meat sauce, mustard, onion and a sprinkle of celery salt. -Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Add beef; cook 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles. Stir in water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes., In a large skillet, cook hot dogs over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned, turning occasionally. Serve in buns with meat sauce and toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 29g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
NEW YORK SYSTEM HOT WIENER SAUCE I
This hearty, flavorful wiener sauce is like the kind you'll find in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. It may be frozen until ready for use. Use premium grilled wieners cooked in butter, steamed hot dog buns and the fancy mustard of your choice. Spread with mustard, the sauce, chopped onions and celery salt... in that order. If you have a delicate digestive system, use with caution.
Provided by Nancy Messier
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown; drain.
- Mix the chili powder, dry mustard, allspice, nutmeg, onion salt, garlic salt, celery salt, ginger root, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and ketchup into the skillet. Simmer at least 1 hour, until a desirable consistency has been attained. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 96.5 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 582 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
R.I. HOT WEINERS: GAGGERS (GAGGAHS), WEENIES
As far as Rhode Island regional cuisine goes, hot weiners are probably the most famous fast food delicacy there is. RI hot weiners have nicknames, such as gaggers (gaggahs), belly busters, weeners, and weenies. A weiner is typically made from a small, thin frankfurter made of veal and pork, thus giving it a different taste...
Provided by star pooley
Categories Other Sauces
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Lightly brown half of the chopped onion in butter. Add hamburger and stir until the hamburger loosens into small pieces.
- 2. Add rest of spices.
- 3. Simmer on very low heat for at least 2 hours.
- 4. Boil or steam the hot dogs. (use and all beef hot dog as a replacement for the weiners).
- 5. Steam the hot dog buns by wrapping them in a paper towel, and place in microwave for a few seconds on high.
- 6. Now it's time to build the weiner. The sequence is important and should not be varied, EVER! 1.) Put cooked weiner in bun. 2.) Put yellow mustard on weiner. 3.) Put sauce on mustard. 4.) Put raw chopped onions on mustard. 5.) Sprinkle celery salt on top of onions.
Tips:
- Choose the right hot dogs: New York System weiners are the traditional choice for Rhode Island hot weiners, but you can use any type of hot dog you like. Just make sure they're good quality and have a nice snap to them.
- Grill or fry your hot dogs: You can cook your hot dogs on a grill or in a frying pan. If you're grilling them, cook them over medium heat until they're browned and cooked through. If you're frying them, heat a little oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook the hot dogs until they're browned and cooked through.
- Use high-quality toppings: The toppings are what really make a Rhode Island hot weiner special. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients like chopped onions, celery salt, mustard, and chili sauce. You can also add other toppings like relish, sauerkraut, or cheese.
- Don't be afraid to get messy: Rhode Island hot weiners are meant to be messy! Don't worry about getting your hands dirty when you're eating them. Just enjoy the deliciousness!
Conclusion:
Rhode Island hot weiners are a delicious and iconic Rhode Island food. They're the perfect food for a summer cookout or a tailgate party. So next time you're in Rhode Island, be sure to try a hot weiner. You won't be disappointed!
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