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Corn Dogs

Cultural Context

Corn dogs are a popular American street food, often found at fairs, carnivals, and sporting events. They consist of a hot dog coated in a thick layer of cornmeal batter and deep-fried until golden brown. The dish is believed to have originated in the 1920s, with various claims to its invention, making it a staple of American fast food culture.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil (for frying)
hot dogs
bamboo skewers (or wooden sticks)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

hot dogs

🥗Healthier: turkey or chicken hot dogs

Turkey or chicken hot dogs are lower in fat.

1

Start by preparing the batter with 1 cup of buttermilk, 2 lightly beaten eggs, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cornmeal, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

3

Mix the dry ingredients together and then add the wet ingredients to form a thick batter.

4

Ensure the hot dogs are dry before dipping them in the batter.

5

Insert a bamboo skewer into each hot dog about 2/3 of the way in.

6

Use a tall glass to dip the hot dog into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

7

Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350-360°F (175-182°C).

8

Carefully drop the coated hot dog into the hot oil, ensuring it is covered entirely.

9

Fry the corn dog until golden brown, about 3 minutes, turning gently to ensure even cooking.

10

Remove the corn dog from the oil and drain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfryingdipping

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowlswhiskbamboo skewerstongspaper towels

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Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

Corn DogHot Dog on a Stick

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