How Long to Boil Hotdogs for Best Results?
Hotdogs are not just a favorite food for the summer when you take advantage of the sunny weather and grill some hotdogs outdoors. Especially when you have children, hotdogs are a year-round foodstuff at home. I know that their health benefits are questionable; but the reality is hotdogs is a hit everywhere, anytime.
Boiling your hotdogs first is a way to prepare them for cooking later. It cooks the hotdogs inside so that you can grill or sauté them faster later. However, how long do you need to boil hotdogs?
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How long does it take to boil hotdogs?
It usually takes five to six minutes for the hotdogs to boil just enough to cook the insides. The time is sufficient to make the hotdogs hot but not long to cause splitting in the middle. When hotdogs split during the boiling, it loses most of its flavor and ends up less appetizing. If you plan to grill, fry, or mix it with other recipes later, since it is already pre-cooked, it saves you time.
However, the time differs depending on the type of hotdog casing/size, method of boiling, fresh or frozen, and sometimes, the brand of the product. Soft hotdogs require lesser time to boil (3-4 minutes) while the tough ones could take a little bit longer (5-6 minutes). Remember the figures to have a better result. Otherwise, boiling too long will make your hotdogs soggy and tasteless.

Two Ways to Boil Hotdogs Properly
You may say that boiling hotdogs is plain and simple. Nevertheless, you may be surprised to know that there are three easy ways to boil them. Do you know how to boil hotdogs? Do your hotdogs come out to be plump, juicy, tender, and crispy hotdogs?
Doing the process is indeed quick and simple. All you need are your hotdogs and a pot of water. You may choose between the microwave and the stove method. Season the water if you like an additional flavor.
1# Stove Method
Stove method only takes 4 minutes of preparation and 6 minutes in boiling the hotdogs. All you need is a pot of water.
Here is a short tutorial on how to boil hotdogs using the stove.
2# Microwave Method
Boiling hotdogs in a microwave is a lot easier and quicker than the stove. It only takes 4 minutes prep time and 2-3 minutes of boiling to finish. All you need is a microwave-safe bowl full of water and your hotdogs.
Here is a short tutorial on how to boil hotdogs using a microwave.
Several Tips to Make Perfectly Cooked Hotdogs:

Although covering the two different methods of boiling hotdogs are easy; still, you can benefit from some tips to make it perfect. Here are some practical tips for delicious and crispy hotdogs.
By the way, while your hotdogs are boiling, take time toasting the buns with butter either in a skillet or using the oven. It will finish toasting just in time when you remove the hotdogs from boiling. After draining your hotdogs, it should be warm and dry enough to place in your toasted buns. Drizzle with mustard; add on cheese and some of your favorite condiments and toppings.
Frying it also can give an extra crispy taste to it. Try using skewers for your hotdogs. It is going to be a hit during camping meals along with roasted marshmallows.
My Final Thoughts
Do you know that there is a debate going on? Yep, some are against boiling hotdogs, while others find it quite an advantage. I do believe that each has its own preference and reasons about it. Nevertheless, I have been boiling hotdogs since I can remember, and it always stays yummy to the last bite.
I guess boiling it the right way is a vital factor in making it as it is. Do you already know how long to boil hotdogs? Remember that it only takes an average of 5-6 minutes to do so.