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Is a hot dog a sandwich? Call it a culinary food fight. An epic food battle. A delicious debate. There are those who say yes because a hot dog contains a frank, a bun and toppings.

Hot dog vs. hamburger Experts agree that the answer depends on several variables like portion size, preparation method, toppings, and quality of ingredients.

YES: In the same press release from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, the organization cited guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. According to the USDA, a hot dog is a sandwich.

No matter what you’re craving, there’s a hot sandwich that can satisfy it. We’ve rounded up a list of some of our favorites for hot, handheld recipes that can enhance any mealtime.

With summer in full swing, your head may be swirling with thoughts of all the delicious condiments you’re going to pile high on your hot dog or hamburger.

National Hot Dog Day falls on the third Wednesday in July every year. A newspaper correction from the Courier-Journal about the "is a hot dog a sandwich?" debate made national news.