Korean Hot Dog (Corn Dog) Recipe - Easy & Delicious!

Korean Hot Dog (Corn Dog) Recipe

A delicious and fun twist on the traditional corn dog are Korean corn dogs. They are made with rice cakes, fish cakes, cheese, or hot dogs that have been perfectly fried and covered in a crispy batter. Their unique flavor comes from the way they combine sweet and salty flavors, which is typically topped with a sprinkle of sugar and a drizzle of mayonnaise, ketchup, or mustard.

Ingredients:

✔ Batter: Water, sugar, salt, all-purpose flour, and active dry yeast are the ingredients of the batter.

✔ Panko: These bread crumbs give the corn dogs a lovely color and crispness while also helping to keep everything together.

✔ Hotdogs: Feel free to try out with different types of franks or sausages. Although I've tried hotlinks, this recipe seems to work best with beef franks. Just make sure that the sausages are cooked pre-cooked; if not, prepare them first.

✔ Cheese: You may use any type of cheese you prefer, although mozzarella is a common option. Rather than wrapping the hotdog in a block of cheese, I suggest utilizing slices. In this manner, every mouthful has both cheese and sausage. One slice per hotdog is usually enough, but if you want it extra cheesy, use two slices.

✔ Potato (Optional): A little more crunch is added to the batter by including tiny potato bits, which like little french fries. If you'd like, you may also use frozen french fries that are packed.

✔ Condiments: Standard mustard and ketchup, with a sprinkle of sugar for a touch of sweetness and savory spice. This combination may seem odd, but it's really pretty common in Korean food!

Tips for the Best Korean Corn Dogs

✔ Cheese: Wrap the sausage with pieces of cheese. This method of preparation ensures that every bite contains both sausage and cheese.

✔ Batch: Carefully measure the ingredients. For the best texture, I strongly suggest letting the batter rise in the refrigerator overnight.

✔ Potatoes: Before rolling them over the batter, coat them in corn starch. They get crispier and stick to the surface better as a result.

✔ Frying: Keep the corn dogs in the fridge until you’re ready to fry. This helps them maintain their shape.

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Ingredients You'll Need:

▶ 4 beef franks, sausage, rice cake, fish cake, or cheese

▶ 4 to 8 slices of cheese

▶ 1 russet potato

▶ 1 tsp salt

▶ 3 cups water

▶ 2 tbsp corn starch

▶ 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

▶ Vegetable or canola oil for frying

For the Batter:

▶ 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)

▶ 1 cup warm water (240 ml)

▶ 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 tsp)

▶ 2 tbsp sugar

▶ 1/2 tsp salt

▶ Condiments:

▶ Ketchup

▶ Mustard

▶ Sugar

How to Make Korean Corn Dogs

Prepare the Batter:

To make the batter, first combine the yeast and sugar in some warm water. Allow it to rest until it becomes foamy, a few minutes.

Whisk together 1 and 3/4 cups flour and 1/2 tsp salt in a large bowl. Next, mix in the water and yeast until well combined. For best results, let this rise in the refrigerator overnight, but if that's not possible, let it rise for an hour at room temperature.

Skewer the hotdogs:

Skewer your hotdogs on wooden sticks. Place each one seam side down on a tray after wrapping it in cheese. To help them maintain their form, place them in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes.

If the cheese crack during the wrapping process, allow it to reach room temperature or lightly heat it in the microwave.

Prepare the Potatoes (Optional):

Cut the potato into little pieces. Boil them for 3–4 minutes in 3 cups of water with 1 tsp salt.
When the potatoes are boiled, rinse them in an ice bath, and then dried. Coat them well by tossing them with 1 tablespoon corn starch.

Coat and Fry:

To ensure equal coating, dip the frozen skewers into the batter and twist them. For an equal layer, you might have to use your fingers to spread the batter.

Roll strongly to coat the skewer and roll it in the panko bread crumbs and diced potatoes.

Fry the corn dogs for approximately five minutes, or until golden brown, in 350°F oil. When done, let them cool.

Serve:

Top your Korean corn dogs with your preferred dipping sauces. Mustard, ketchup, and a sprinkle of sugar are the classical toppings of the corn dog

FAQ's

Is a hot dog a sandwich?

As a hot dog has a sausage filling within a split bun, it can be possibly identified as a sandwich. But in terms of culture, it's often seen as in a unique food category. Therefore, depending on how you define it, it can be both a sandwich and not a sandwich.

Yes, a Hot Dog Is a Sandwich:

Definition: A sandwich is generally understood to be a dish that consists of two slices of bread sandwiched together with a filling. Knowing that a hot dog is a sausage served within a split bun, it meets this description.

Culinary Classification: Because a hot dog seems like a sausage sandwich, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines it as a sandwich.

No, a Hot Dog Is Not a Sandwich:

Cultural Perception: Due to its unique identity, a lot of people don't think of hot dogs as sandwiches. It is often listed in menus and cultural references under different category.

Form Factor: Separate slices of bread used in most sandwiches, the bun used for a hot dog is usually joined. It is frequently argued that it is not a sandwich because of this structural difference.

What do Korean Corn Dogs taste like?

They have a savory and sweet taste and are crispy on the outside. They are typically topped with a small amount of sugar as a garnish.

How are Korean Corn Dogs different from American Corn Dogs?

Unlike its doughy American version, Korean corn dogs are crispier because to the inclusion of panko breadcrumbs in a yeasted batter. They occasionally include potatoes into the batter to give it a special touch.

What are Korean Hot Dogs made of?

Korean hot dogs, known as "핫도그" (hat-do-geu) in Korea, are made with a wheat or mochi batter instead of cornmeal, giving them a chewier texture.

Is Corn Dog Halal or Haram?

These corn dogs may be eaten as a halal-friendly delicacy as long as the ingredients are halal.