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Corn Dog - American Inspired Recipe

One of America’s favorite dishes certainly is the American Corn Dog. 

Whether you prefer it served hot or cold (doesn’t matter): there are millions of ways to make them and serve them.  We’ve tried a few and decided to share these two recipes with you as they are very easy to make.

Easy Corn Dog Recipe

Why is it called a "Corn-Dog"?

Well, it is basically a hotdog coated with cornflour.  From there the name “corn+dog”. 

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What exactly is a Corn Dog?

For those that haven’t had the pleasure of eating one yet:  A corn dog is a sausage on a stick that has been coated in a thick layer of cornmeal batter and then deep-fried. It originated in the United States and is a huge favorite at any festive celebration.

The Best Basic Corn Dog Recipe

Course: main, snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12

Time: 20 minutes

Rating: 

Rated 5 out of 5

A fabulous quick family lunch idea: Lunch can be ready in 20 minutes

 (Both recipes are for about 12 sausages.  Use vegetable oil for frying.)

Recipe for Corn Dog without buttermilk

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • Salt & pepper to taste
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Recipe for Corn Dog with buttermilk

  • ¾ cup of cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
Method:

Make sure the sausages are pat dry with a hand towel and then skewer with long wooden skewers.

Mix together all the ingredients.  Dip the sausages in the mixture and then directly to the hot frying pot/pan.

In a large pot/pan over medium heat – fry the corn dogs until golden. 

Remove from oil and place on paper towel.

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Tip:  Pour the batter into a tall glass or decanter – it is easier to dip the sausages that way.

What type of sausage to use ?

You can use any type of sausages like bratwurst, wiener, smoked, or cheese sausage.

Corn dog serving suggestions

7 Serving suggestions

  1. The old-time favorite combination of ketchup and mustard
  2. Honey and Sesame seeds (our favorite)
  3. Home-made cheese sauce
  4. Mayonnaise and tomato ketchup
  5. Sour cream or cream cheese and caramelized onion
  6. Maple syrup
  7. Your favorite store-bought sauce

Corn dogs are iconic at US state fairs and theme-parks like Disneyland.  Find out more about the history of the corn dog on Wikipedia >>>