Prepared Foods
Colombian Hot Dogs
You might not even see the meat beneath this pile of potato chips, sauce, and quail eggs.
For those accustomed to seeing their hot dogs adorned with a simple strip of ketchup, mustard, or relish, Colombia’s perro caliente might spark sensory overload. First, you notice the layer of crumbled potato chips. Then there’s the criss-crossing drizzles of garlic mayo, salsa rosada, and pineapple sauce. And if your vendor was feeling particularly decadent, three quail eggs might rest on top. The pile of crunchy, creamy, fruity toppings is so high, you might forget there’s a boiled hot dog beneath.
The snacks make the perfect street food after a late night of dancing or drinking in cities such as Medellín. If you can’t make it to Colombia, keep an eye out for this unique dog in neighborhoods with thriving Colombian immigrant communities, such as Jackson Heights in Queens, New York.
Where to Try It
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Order the Veloz Special, and you'll receive a hot dog topped with bacon, pineapple, crushed potato chips, and a drizzle of sauces including ketchup, mustard, mayo, and pink sauce.
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New Granada Colombian Street Food
6475 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, Las Vegas, Nevada, United StatesThis Las Vegas spot makes the decadent dog.
Written By
Sam OBrien
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