 A hot dog bun of the side-loading variety containing a hot dog sausage dressed with three common condiments: ketchup, relish, and mustard | |
| Alternative names | Side-loading bun |
|---|---|
| Type | Bun |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Main ingredients | Flour, water |
| Variations | New England–style hot dog bun |
A hot dog bun is a type of soft bun shaped specifically to contain a hot dog or another type of sausage.
The side-loading bun is common in most of the United States, while the top-loading New England–style hot dog bun is popular in that region.[1] Other regional variations include the addition of poppy seeds to the buns of Chicago-style hot dogs.