Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 8 hot dogs
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Vegetable oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Deep fryer or large pot for frying
- Wooden skewers
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
4. Insert a wooden skewer into each hot dog, leaving about 2 inches of the skewer exposed.
5. Cut each mozzarella cheese stick in half.
6. Dip each hot dog into the batter, making sure it is fully coated.
7. Place a piece of mozzarella cheese on top of the batter on each hot dog.
8. Spoon a tablespoon of pizza sauce on top of the cheese.
9. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
10. Carefully lower each corn dog into the hot oil, using tongs to hold onto the exposed skewer.
11. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
12. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
13. Serve hot with additional pizza sauce for dipping.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Oil temperature for frying: 375°F
Serving size:
Makes 8 pizza corn dogs
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 390
Fat per serving: 21g
Saturated fat per serving: 8g
Carbohydrates per serving: 34g
Protein per serving: 15g
Sodium per serving: 1160mg
Sugar per serving: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Gluten-free flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.
- Any type of cheese can be used instead of mozzarella cheese.
- Marinara sauce can be used instead of pizza sauce.
Variations:
- Add chopped pepperoni or cooked sausage to the batter for a meat lover's version.
- Use mini hot dogs and cheese sticks for bite-sized pizza corn dogs.
- Use different types of cheese and sauce for different flavor combinations.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy coating.
- Use tongs to hold onto the exposed skewer while frying to prevent the corn dog from falling apart.
- Serve with a side of garlic butter for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza corn dogs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the pizza corn dogs on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza corn dogs on a platter with a bowl of pizza sauce for dipping.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, on top of the pizza corn dogs before serving.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Garlic bread
- Green salad
- French fries
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk to thin it out.
- If the corn dogs are falling apart while frying, make sure the oil is hot enough and hold onto the exposed skewer with tongs while frying.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when working with hot oil.
- Make sure the hot dogs are fully cooked before serving.
Food history:
Corn dogs are a popular American food that originated in the 1940s. They are typically made by coating a hot dog in cornmeal batter and deep-frying it.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with a side of pizza sauce for dipping.
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