Corndogs
Golden, crispy, and nostalgic, these homemade corndogs bring the flavor of the fair right to your kitchen. Perfectly fried and wrapped in a sweet cornmeal batter.
Ingredients
- Hot Dogs or Sausages: 8 pieces – The meaty center of the corndog. Use your favorite variety.
- Yellow Cornmeal: 1 cup – Gives the signature golden crust and crunchy texture.
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup – Helps bind the batter and keeps it fluffy.
- Baking Powder: 1 tablespoon – Provides lift and keeps the coating light.
- Salt: 1 teaspoon – Enhances the flavor of the batter.
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons – Adds subtle sweetness to balance the savory dog.
- Egg: 1 large – Binds the batter and adds richness.
- Milk: 1 cup – Moistens the batter to a thick, dippable consistency.
- Vegetable Oil: For frying – Choose one with a high smoke point like canola or peanut.
- Wooden Skewers: 8 sticks – For holding the corndogs during frying and serving.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Line a tray with paper towels.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. In another bowl, beat the egg and milk. Combine wet and dry until a thick batter forms.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour batter into a tall glass for easier dipping. Dry hot dogs with paper towels and insert wooden skewers.
- Assemble the Dish: Dip each hot dog into the batter, turning to coat evenly. Let excess batter drip off slightly.
- Cook to Perfection: Carefully lower corndogs into hot oil and fry 3–5 minutes until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- Finishing Touches: Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels. Let cool for a minute before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Dry hot dogs thoroughly for better batter adhesion and less splatter.
- Chill the batter slightly for thicker, even coating.
- Roll hot dogs in flour before dipping to help batter stick better.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
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