Korean Corn Dogs (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Batter

01 - 1 cup warm water
02 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons dry yeast
04 - 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
05 - ½ teaspoon coarse salt
06 - Up to 1 cup of panko crumbs

→ Fillings

07 - 8 oz block cheese (sized to fit hot dog widths)
08 - 3 hot dogs (sliced in halves)

→ Toppings

09 - 1 bag of crushed chips
10 - Ketchup
11 - ⅓ cup mayo or nacho cheese
12 - Mustard
13 - Sugar (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Wait 5-10 minutes for bubbling to start. Stir in flour and salt, then cover the bowl. Let the mixture rise for one hour.
02 - Slice the hot dogs into halves and cut cheese blocks to match their size. Push them onto wooden sticks or chopsticks. Keep in the fridge while the dough rises.
03 - Get oil heated up to 350°F. Spread panko crumbs on a plate. Dip stick-prepared hot dogs into the dough mixture, fully covering them. Press them gently into the crumbs to coat.
04 - Fry each skewer for about 1.5 minutes on all sides until crispy and golden. Let them drain on a cooling rack.
05 - Spread mayo or nacho cheese if you'd like, then roll them in crushed chips. Add a bit of sugar on top if you enjoy sweet flavors. Serve with mustard and ketchup for dipping.

# Notes:

01 - Cheese will skewer more easily if close to room temperature.
02 - You’ll get the best results if you fry immediately after breading.
03 - Smash chips while waiting for the dough to be ready.