Curly Dogs – £4.84 Feeds 4 | £5 Dinner Challenge | Budget Family Meal Recipe

hot dogs

🥗Healthier: turkey or chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: homemade sausage

Turkey or chicken sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Canola oil is lower in saturated fat.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Whisk together milk and eggs in a separate bowl.

Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.

Insert skewers into hot dogs, leaving enough for a handle.

Dip each hot dog into the batter, coating evenly.

Carefully place the battered hot dogs into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve with mustard and ketchup.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens