Ingredients and Weight:
- Hot dog bunches - 8 (or 24 hot dogs)
- Yellow cornmeal - 1 cup
- All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup
- Granulated sugar - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
- Eggs - 2
- Milk - 1 cup
- Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and not too thick.
- Heat enough oil in a frying pan to cover the bottom of the pan by about 1 inch. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
- Dip each hot dog into the cornmeal mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Carefully place the coated hot dogs into the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve immediately with your favorite condiments or sides.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approx. 300 calories per dog (depending on size and ingredients used)
Fat: Approx. 15g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
Protein: Approx. 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and golden brown exterior with a soft, sweet corn flavor.
- Ideal for those who enjoy the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
- Can be customized with various condiments and sides to suit different tastes.
User Comments:
- "These corn dogs were delicious! The coating was crispy and had a great corn flavor."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in these corn dogs – they were sweet and savory at the same time."
- "The only complaint I have is that they were a bit messy to eat, but that just added to the fun!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful when handling hot oil and use a splatter guard to prevent splashes.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure even cooking and crispy results.
- Adjust the amount of sugar in the cornmeal mixture according to your preference for a sweeter or less sweet flavor.
