- Butter the hotdog buns (optional)
- Slice hotdogs lengthwise without completely cutting through
- Add a dab of butter to the pan
- Set stovetop to medium heat
- Add sliced or chopped onions to the skillet and brown
- Move onions to the side or remove and keep warm
- Place hotdogs on pan open-side down
- Fry until browned
- Flip hotdogs and fry until browned
- Drain hotdogs on paper towel
- Toast buns on skillet