If ya can't get to the Fair this year, you can easily make this most iconic state fair food of all time (they debuted at the Texas State Fair in the 1940's) at home. This shortcut recipe guarantees dogs that are juicy on the inside and crisp on the outside (and you won't have to stand in line for 45 mins. like I did on Thursday!!).
(serves 8)
Veg. oil
1&1/2 cups low-fat all-purpose baking mix, such as Bisquick's Hear Smart
1&1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
2 T. Sugar in the Raw*
1/4*-1/2 t. cayenne pepper
1&1/2 cups buttermilk
8 wooden round craft sticks
8 hot dogs
In a deep pot, heat 2" of oil to 375 on a deep-frying thermometer. Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, whisk together baking mix, cornmeal, sugar, and cayenne; stir in buttermilk until smooth. Pat hot dogs dry. Insert one stick lengthwise into each hot dog, leaving 1" to use as a handle. Holding hot dog by handle, dip and swirl into batter until well covered. Let excess drip off. Carefully add hot dogs to hot oil 2-3 at a time; cook turning if necessary, until golden brown on all sides, about 3 mins. Using tongs, remove from oil and drain well on paper towels. Serve with yellow mustard and ketchup.
"Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Love,
MM
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