Local

Hotdogs exhibit a spectrum of colors ranging from pale red to a slightly brighter shade of red. Their
texture makes them prone to the accumulation of nitrites. Tocino and hams are crafted from specific cuts
of meat, while chorizo and longganisa are produced using ground or minced pork meat. Unlike other
processed meats, hotdogs are manufactured from various pork trimmings, giving them a porous texture
that allows them to absorb more nitrite salts compared to other cured meat products. Notably, all the
purchased hotdog brands did not exceed the nitrite content limits established by BFAD. It's worth
mentioning that both ham and hotdog samples were branded products, as local manufacturing of hams
and hotdogs was not observed in Iloilo City. On average, ham products contain lower concentrations of
nitrite salts compared to hotdogs, where an average nitrite concentration exceeding 10ppm can be
detected.

Haguisan, J. O. M., & Alguidano, A. M. P. (2019). Nitrite content of processed meat purchased in public
markets and grocery stores around Iloilo City. Patubas, 14(1), 32-55.

Nitrite content of processed meat purchased in public markets and grocery stores around Iloilo City

Foreign
A hotdog is categorized within the ancient lineage of encased foods. However, in contrast to stuffed
vegetables like peppers, eggplants, or dolmas, and the Mexican mixiotes, enchiladas, hotdogs are
uniquely enclosed within animal intestines or synthetic imitations. Within this category, there exist sub-
families, including entirely meat-based products (some devoid of additives), combinations of meat and
grains (examples being haggis or Eastern European kishka), and a distinct category of more
contemporary 'hotdog' innovations derived from sources like fish or plant-based proteins, often utilizing
textured soy products, wheat gluten, or even fungi. In the case of the latter, their resemblance in shape
alone classifies them within the broader 'stuffed' category, much like the modern 'skinless' products or
formerly encased varieties.

Kraig, B. (2009). Hotdog: A Global History.

Hot Dog: A Global History - Bruce Kraig