FreshDirect has teamed up with the author of The Hot Dog Cookbook to create a special hot dog that nods to the Italian flavors you’ll find on Arthur Avenue. It made its debut at a special Yankee Stadium event—and you can try it for yourself with Farideh’s original recipe.
What You’ll Need:
1/2 cup mayo
1 tablespoon Calabrian peppers
1¼ oz fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
Kosher salt
Freshly-ground pepper
8 hot dogs
8 buns
8 pieces bocconcini mozzarella
What To Do:
In a small bowl, mix mayo and Calabrian peppers. Transfer to a piping bag or squeeze bottle, if you have one.
In a food processor, blend basil, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic until smooth. Toss with the tomatoes in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Grill and assemble the hot dogs and buns. Tear a piece of bocconcini over each dog, then squiggle or dollop with mayo. Top with tomatoes and drizzle over any leftover dressing. Garnish with basil leaves.
About the author
Farideh Sadeghin is a chef, video host, and food writer. She grew up in Maryland and was a chef in New Zealand for 7 years before moving to NYC. Previously, Farideh was the Test Kitchen Director at SAVEUR Magazine and the Executive Culinary Director at Vice MUNCHIES. In 2026, she published The Hot Dog Cookbook, a collection of 50 regional and international recipes, plus the lore and history of everyone’s favorite food.
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