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The Ultimate Viral Korean Potato Corn Dog Recipe (Half Mozzarella, Half Hot Dog)

A perfectly fried, golden brown korean corn dog on a stick resting on a white plate.
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You can make the viral street food sensation at home. This recipe gives you the signature extreme crunch from the potato coating and the satisfying gooey cheese pull using a half-mozzarella, half-hot dog filling. It is a fun, impressive snack.

Ingredients

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  • 6 wooden skewers
  • 6 hot dogs, standard size
  • 6 sticks of low-moisture mozzarella cheese, cut to the same length as the hot dogs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup frozen french fries, thawed slightly and cut into small 1/4-inch cubes (for potato coating) OR use extra panko for a classic panko coating
  • Vegetable oil, for deep frying
  • Granulated sugar, for dusting
  • Condiments: ketchup, mustard, sweet chili sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fillings: If using the half-and-half style, carefully thread one hot dog onto a skewer, followed by one mozzarella stick, ensuring the skewer goes through the center of both. If using only hot dogs, thread one hot dog onto each skewer. Pat the assembled dogs dry with paper towels.
  2. Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. In a separate small bowl, whisk the cold water and egg together. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  3. Prepare the coatings: Place the panko breadcrumbs in one shallow dish. If using the potato coating, spread the small, cubed french fries onto a separate plate or baking sheet.
  4. Coat the dogs: Dip each assembled skewer completely into the batter, letting excess drip off. Immediately roll the battered dog in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere, or roll it in the cubed potatoes, pressing firmly to cover the entire surface.
  5. Rest the dogs: Place the coated corn dogs on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Let them rest at room temperature for 15 minutes. This helps the coating set before frying.
  6. Heat the oil: Pour about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature; maintaining this heat is key for crispiness.
  7. Fry the corn dogs: Carefully lower 1 or 2 corn dogs into the hot oil, ensuring you do not overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the coating is deep golden brown and crispy. If using mozzarella, fry just long enough for the crust to cook; over-frying will cause the cheese to leak out too much.
  8. Drain and finish: Remove the cooked corn dogs with tongs and place them on a clean wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve immediately: While still hot, roll the corn dogs generously in granulated sugar for the classic sweet and savory flavor. Drizzle with your preferred condiments like ketchup and mustard. Serve right away to enjoy the gooey cheese pull.

Notes

  • For the best cheese pull, use low-moisture mozzarella. High-moisture cheese releases too much water when heated.
  • If you prefer a chewier batter, substitute 1/4 cup of the all-purpose flour with rice flour.
  • If you do not have cubed potatoes, you can use crushed cornflakes mixed with panko for an extra crunchy texture.
  • If you are making these for a party, you can assemble and coat them up to 4 hours ahead. Keep them refrigerated on the rack, uncovered, until ready to fry.

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Find it online: https://kitchenican.com/korean-corn-dog-ultimate-crunch-recipe/