This past weekend I was lucky enough to get to be at the Texas State Fair. I hadn't been to a fair in years (maybe since high school, now that I'm really thinking about it). We rode rides, ate terrible-for-you-food, and my boyfriend won me a giant plush doll. Classic. It was awesome. Although I really wanted to eat a corn dog and couldn't (because I'm a pescatarian or whatever). So I resolved to make my own (vegetarian friendly) corn dogs this week at home. I've made them a few times before, so this time I tried a mini version.
Mini Corns, makes around 2 dozen.
Needed: 1 package of hot dogs (veggie or not), 1 cup flour, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/4 cup corn meal, 1 egg, 1 cup water and oil for frying.
In a bowl combine the flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, corn meal, egg and water. I like my batter quite thin. But if you prefer a thicker breading then use a little less water. Cut corn dogs into three pieces per hot dog. Coat in batter and then fry in hot oil. I usually let my oil get around 280-300°F before I begin frying. If you don't want to use a candy thermometer, than you can check if your oil is ready by either testing a bit of batter or dipping the handle of a wooden spoon in the oil. If the oil bubbles around the spoon, quickly then it's ready. Flip the corn dogs as they fry so they don't burn on one side without cooking the other. Remove to a paper towel when done (2-3 minutes).When serving think beyond ketchup and mustard for dipping sauces. You could try BBQ sauce, maple syrup or honey mustard. Although my personal favorite is classic (bright yellow!) mustard. :)
This really hit the spot for me, after not being able to enjoy a corn dog at the fair. I think these could be a really fun option for a kids birthday party or as an appetizer at a football watching party.
Football watching party. Can you tell I am really in the know? Sigh. xo. Emma
Side/Personal Note: I quit biting my nails this past year for about 10 solid months, and the last couple of months I have been back sliding (as you can see in this photo). Gotta get that back on my goal list for the rest of this month.
these aren't really a thing in the UK but they look like perfect junk food for a party, quite fancy one now really
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Posted by: Helen | October 18, 2012 at 01:18 PM
Those look so good.. so, so good.
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Posted by: Clare | October 18, 2012 at 01:21 PM
Such a great idea!!
Posted by: Diana | October 18, 2012 at 01:26 PM
Now this takes me back!
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Posted by: Mawiyah | October 18, 2012 at 01:32 PM
Funny corn hot dogs ))
Cool recipe!
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Posted by: Stacy | October 18, 2012 at 01:32 PM
Thank you for this recipe! Now I won't feel as left out during family cookouts. I can just make some mini corn dogs, veggie of course!
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Posted by: Caity | October 18, 2012 at 01:33 PM
Oh my gosh I love corndogs! It's one childhood favorite that I never got enough of! Probably one of the only things I will ever say I should be keeping in my freezer! I always like to make food fresh though instead of heating up frozen food so these look absolutely wonderful!
Posted by: Leigh | October 18, 2012 at 01:40 PM
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Posted by: SAMANTHA DORABIATO | October 18, 2012 at 01:41 PM
Emma -
a comment on the nail biting...I've been doing it my whole life and just can't seem to stop! Like you I've stopped here and there. I had them so nice this summer when I was working at a camp (germs scared me!) but I've recently digressed too. I don't really have a game plan on stopping because I just get frustrated. Anyway, just letting you know that I hear you and Good Luck!
Posted by: Becca | October 18, 2012 at 01:41 PM
my friends and i made mini corn muffin hotdogs last fourth of july.... so delicious, and perfect snacks for late afternoon cocktails!
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Posted by: blue roses | October 18, 2012 at 01:42 PM
I love this!
As a vegetarian, I find that fairs and such are the absolute worst for food options. I have been hankering for a dirrrty chilli cheese dog for... going on 9 years!
I've never had a corn dog, but this seems like a good excuse to buy some veggie dogs and make them! Followed promptly by that chili cheese dog.
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Posted by: Erin | October 18, 2012 at 01:44 PM
Great post. I will do it for my nephew.
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Posted by: Denisa | October 18, 2012 at 01:47 PM
These are so cute! Love it! And it's just in time for the Texas State Fair! ;)
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Posted by: neha | October 18, 2012 at 01:48 PM
Emma, try Witchcraft brand "stop it!" anti-bite polish. It worked wonders for me, but of course you have be consistent with applying it.
Posted by: Aggie | October 18, 2012 at 01:48 PM
They look so yummy and cute! Can't wait to try this recipe out some time.
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Posted by: Lara | October 18, 2012 at 01:50 PM
These look so delicious!
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Posted by: Anouka | October 18, 2012 at 01:58 PM
Yummy, lovely idea! Getting hungry here ;)
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Posted by: Eva | October 18, 2012 at 01:59 PM
Look yummy and excited to try!
I am a "currently non-practicing nail biter" but I do slip from time to time. I get lazy and don't do my weekly manicure and then they start breaking/splitting and I am back to biting.
The thing about it is, I know it will always be in me. I don't know if I will ever not be a nail biter at heart. We've just got to keep bouncing back from it.
Posted by: Candy | October 18, 2012 at 02:04 PM
they make VEGGIE hot dogs??? i HAVE to try those!!!
Posted by: hilary | October 18, 2012 at 02:05 PM
They look delicious. We call them Dagwood Dogs here in Australia, a battered hotdog and I swear we don't eat enough of them.
Posted by: The Life of Clare | October 18, 2012 at 02:06 PM