Mini corndogs

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupFlour
½cupCornmeal
1tablespoonSugar
teaspoonSalt
2tablespoonsVegetable shortening
1Egg, beaten slightly
¾cupMilk
Oil
8Frankfurters, cut into thirds

Directions

Mini Corndogs

Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. With a pastry blender, cut vegetable shortening into flour mixture until there are fine crumbs. Add egg and milk and blend well.

Pour vegetable oil to a 2 inch depth in a deep fryer or large saucepan. Heat to 375 degrees. Pat frankfurter dry with paper towels.

Insert a toothpick into the center of each frankfurter. Dip each frankfurter into batter and then into hot oil until golden brown.

Drain on paper