Is it OK to cook a hot dog in the microwave?

Is it OK to cook a hot dog in the microwave?

25, 2009 – A microwaved hot dog isn't fully safe to eat unless placed in a dish of water and cooked for at least 75 seconds on high, a food-safety study shows. The good news is that heating contaminated hot dogs for 75 seconds on high, at 1,100 watts power, made them safe to eat.

What happens if you put a hot dog in the microwave?

They may not cook all the way through, and uncooked meat is not safe. Thaw them out first. Can you put the bun and the hot dog together? You can, but a bun will get hot faster than a hot dog and will get overheated if you microwave them both for the same length of time.

How do you heat frankfurters in the microwave?

Warm bread rolls. Meanwhile, place frankfurts in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with cold water. Cook on high/800watts/100% for 3 minutes or until heated through. Make a lengthways cut in the top of each roll (don't cut all the way through).

How do you reheat a hot dog?

To cook hot dogs, start by bringing a pot of water to a boil. Then, add the hot dogs to the water and turn the heat down to low. Let the hot dogs simmer for 5-6 minutes before serving. You can also cook hot dogs in the microwave by microwaving them in a bowl of water for 2-3 minutes.