Use specific names
Some international dishes are closer to sausage sandwiches than American hot dogs. Describe the sausage, bread and toppings instead of forcing every item into one American category.
Examples worth exploring
| Tradition | Common direction | Related guide |
|---|---|---|
| Germany and Central Europe | Bratwurst or other sausages with rolls, mustard, onions or cabbage | Bratwurst |
| Poland and Polish-American cooking | Kielbasa with bread, mustard, onions or pickles | Kielbasa |
| United Kingdom | Sausage baps, rolls and sandwiches | Sausage baps |
| South Korea | Battered fried dogs with cheese and varied coatings | Korean-style dogs |
| Mexico and US Southwest | Bacon-wrapped Sonoran-style dogs with beans and fresh toppings | Regional styles |
| Latin American traditions | Highly topped dogs with local sauces and vegetables | Use the regional name carefully |