Source: Ahirao, AdobeStockDifferent countries have their own variations of hot dogs and sausages in dough – for example, corn dogs are very popular in America and Korea. As the name suggests, they are made with corn flour. And they are also quite easy to make at home, so check out our 8 recipes!
1. Kefir Corn Dogs
Source: montisbar.ruAn accessible corn dog batter option with a minimal number of ingredients.
You will need: 10 sausages, 200 ml kefir, 100 g wheat flour, 120 g corn flour, 1 egg, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 30 ml melted butter, spices.
Preparation: Skewer the sausages onto wooden sticks. Mix the remaining ingredients with melted butter into a smooth batter and pour it into a tall glass. Dip the sausages into the batter, slowly rotating them. Fry the corn dogs in plenty of oil in a deep fryer until golden brown.
2. Corn Dogs with Mozzarella
Source: mirtesen.ruStretchy mozzarella, which melts so easily, is perfect for corn dogs.
You will need: 4 sausages, 220 g mozzarella, 120 g each of corn and wheat flour, 45 g sugar, 0.5 tsp salt, 1 egg, 240 ml milk, 200 g breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Cut the sausages in half crosswise and slice the mozzarella into 8 sticks of roughly the same size. Skewer the sausage halves and mozzarella pieces onto sticks. Mix milk, egg, sugar, salt, and flour into a smooth batter and pour it into a tall container. Dip the corn dogs into the batter, then into the breadcrumbs, and deep-fry until golden.
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3. Corn Dogs with Corn Grits
Source: aiafood.comInstead of flour, fine corn grits are used for the batter here.
You will need: 8 sausages, 100 g wheat flour, 100 g corn grits, 90 ml milk, 15 g sugar, 5 g each of baking soda and baking powder, 1 egg, paprika, spices.
Preparation: Lightly parboil and skewer the sausages. Mix all other ingredients into a thick, smooth batter and let it rest for 10 minutes. Dip the sausages into it and fry the corn dogs for a few minutes on each side in plenty of oil.
4. Corn Dogs with Corn Starch
Source: vaya.inIf you don't have corn flour on hand, here's another alternative.
You will need: 12 sausages, 150 g corn starch, 200 g flour, 250 ml milk, 1 egg, 1 pinch baking soda, 0.5 tbsp sugar, spices.
Preparation: Whisk all batter ingredients until smooth and pour into a tall glass. Skewer the sausages and dip them thoroughly into the batter. Fry the corn dogs on all sides until golden.
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5. Baked Corn Dogs
Source: cookmeal.ruIf you want a less caloric version of corn dogs without deep-frying, this recipe is suitable.
You will need: 180 g wheat flour, 120 g corn flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp salt, 2 tsp sugar, 2 eggs, 240 ml milk, 6 sausages, 2 tsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Mix all dry ingredients and add eggs, milk, and oil. Stir the batter. Skewer the sausages and lightly dust with flour. Dip them into the batter and slowly rotate. Then place on parchment paper and bake in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius. After 5 minutes, adjust the corn dogs with a spatula and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
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6. Corn Dogs with Cheese
Source: dzen.ruYou'll need processed cheese slices for toast, cut into thin strips.
You will need: 6 sausages, 6 slices of processed cheese, 240 g corn flour, 1 egg, 220 ml milk, 40 g sugar, 150 g breadcrumbs, salt and spices.
Preparation: Skewer the sausages and wrap them with cheese slices. Mix the remaining ingredients (except breadcrumbs) into a thick, smooth batter, dip the sausages into it, and roll them in breadcrumbs. Fry the corn dogs in plenty of oil until golden brown.
7. Waffle Maker Corn Dogs
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruSome waffle makers have special molds for corn dogs, which simplifies the task.
You will need: 200 g wheat flour, 200 g corn flour, sausages, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 eggs, 1 tsp each of salt and sugar, spices, 1 cup milk.
Preparation: Mix all ingredients into a thick, smooth batter. Skewer the sausages onto wooden sticks. Pour some batter into the mold, place the sausages, cover them with more batter, and cook the corn dogs in the waffle maker according to the instructions.
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8. Corn Dogs with Yeast Dough
Source: dzen.ruInstead of corn flour, you can use rice flour if desired.
You will need: 320 g wheat flour, 100 g corn flour, 400 ml water, 20 g sugar, 60 ml vegetable oil, 5 g salt, 7 g active dry yeast, sausages.
Preparation: Dissolve yeast, sugar, and 4 tablespoons of wheat flour in warm water. Then add corn flour and oil, and mix. Add the remaining flour and salt. Leave the dough covered with film in a warm place for 1.5 hours, then skewer the sausages, dip them thoroughly into the batter, and rotate. Roll in breadcrumbs if desired and deep-fry the corn dogs until done.