Long considered a classic ballpark and carnival food, corn dogs are a recipe that tantalizes the taste buds of people of all ages. You can re-create this indulgent pleasure in your home kitchen with nothing more than a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen tools. Whether you prefer your corn dogs sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, this article will guide you through the steps to ensure perfectly crispy, golden-brown batter wrapped around juicy, tender hot dogs.
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A PLUS FAIR CORN DOGS
Make your own corn dogs just like at the fair with this rich buttermilk corn batter.
Provided by ROBY
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Hot Dogs and Corn Dogs Recipes
Time 19m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in melted bacon drippings. Make a well in the center, and pour in the egg, buttermilk, and baking soda. Mix until everything is smooth and well blended.
- Pat the hot dogs dry with paper towels so that the batter will stick. Insert wooden sticks into the ends. Dip the hot dogs in the batter one at a time, shaking off the excess. Deep fry a few at a time in the hot oil until they are as brown as you like them. Drain on paper towels or serve on paper plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 721.9 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
CORN DOGS
I made up this recipe many years ago, because I loved the corn dogs you buy at carnivals but could not find a recipe for them. Great served with mustard.
Provided by SUZZANNA
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Hot Dogs and Corn Dogs Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, sugar and baking powder. Stir in eggs and milk.
- Preheat oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Insert wooden skewers into frankfurters. Roll frankfurters in batter until well coated.
- Fry 2 or 3 corn dogs at a time until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 42.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 776 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
CORN DOGS
When executive editor John Willoughby caught sight of these freshly fried corn dogs, he exclaimed, "Just like the Iowa State Fair!" When he bit into one, he acknowledged that it was even better. Grilling the hot dogs first lends them a deeper, smokier flavor, and the buttermilk-cornmeal coating fries up to a thick, fluffy shell-delicious with mustard or ketchup and a frosty root beer on the side.
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Egg Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Lunch Cornmeal Summer Grill Buttermilk Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates
Yield Makes 8 corn dogs
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Oil grill pan, then grill hot dogs over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a plate and cool slightly, then insert a wooden stick into each hot dog. Put 3 tablespoons flour on another plate and roll hot dogs in flour to coat, shaking off excess.
- Heat 3 inches oil to 350°F in a deep 3-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat.
- Meanwhile, whisk together cornmeal, remaining 1/2 cup flour, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, cayenne, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Add eggs 1 at a time, whisking well after each addition. Whisk in buttermilk.
- Transfer some of batter to a tall glass, filling it almost to the top.
- Working in batches of 2 or 3, dip hot dogs, 1 at a time, into glass of batter to coat (add more batter to glass if necessary), then fry, turning occasionally, until batter is cooked through and golden-brown all over, about 3 minutes. Transfer corn dogs to paper towels to drain. Return oil to 350°F and refill glass with batter between batches.
Tips:
- Use high-quality hot dogs: The quality of the hot dogs will greatly impact the overall taste of the corn dogs. Look for hot dogs that are made with high-quality meat and have a good flavor.
- Make sure the hot dogs are cold before dipping them in the batter: This will help the batter to adhere to the hot dogs and prevent them from falling off during frying.
- Don't overcrowd the pot when frying the corn dogs: This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the corn dogs will not cook evenly.
- Fry the corn dogs until they are golden brown and crispy: This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a delicious flavor.
- Serve the corn dogs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce:
Conclusion:
Corn dogs are a delicious and fun treat that are perfect for parties, picnics, or a quick snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make your own corn dogs at home. So next time you're craving a corn dog, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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