What is the minimum hot holding temperature requirement for hot dogs?

Question:- What is the minimum hot holding temperature requirement for hot dogs?

Answer

Hot dog minimum hot bed temperature requirement vary according to different food safety regulations, but at large, it is recommended to hold hot dogs at 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) or higher to avoid bacteria spoilage.

FB 3-4011 mandates that PHFs or potentially hazardous foods like hotdogs must be either heated to 140°F (60°C) or higher during the hot holding process.

Similarly, USDA suggests that hot dogs should be held at 140°F (60°C) internal temperature or higher after cooking for safety. It is important to note that hot dogs must be cooked until an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) to eliminate any chances of pathogens before hot holding. Proper hot holding inhibits any bacteria that might have survived the cooking process or come into the food during the handling .

Hot dogs will become safe to eat at 140°F (60°C) or above which is the recommended hot holding temperature and thus the risk of foodborne illnesses is reduced.