Tailgate Game Day Lunch: Carnival Corn Dogs with Sweet & Spicy Mustard Sauce
Discover the ultimate Game Day Lunch recipe - our famous carnival corn dogs with a twist! This easy-to-make recipe captures the essence of Friday night tailgate parties, complete with a sweet and spicy mustard sauce. Enjoy an unforgettable gastronomic adventure that's perfect for sharing with friends and family!
Allergens
Wheat (from corn dog batter)
Ingredients
- 2 pre
- made corn dog mixes
- 16 beef hot dogs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Wooden sticks
- 1 cup Sweet & Spicy Mustard Sauce (see recipe below) Sweet & Spicy Mustard Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the corn dog mix according to package instructions. Divide the batter into two portions.
- Heat about 3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Working with one hot dog at a time, skewer each hot dog onto a wooden stick. Coat with one portion of the prepared corn dog batter.
- Carefully lower the coated hot dogs into the hot oil and fry for 3 4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the cooked corn dogs from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the Sweet & Spicy Mustard Sauce.
- Serve the corn dogs warm, dipped in the sweet and spicy mustard sauce.
Chef’s Insight
The secret to perfect carnival-style corn dogs is a crispy exterior and a juicy hot dog inside. Be sure not to overcrowd the frying pan, as this can drop the oil temperature and result in greasy, less-than-perfect corn dogs.
Notes
Feel free to get creative with your dipping sauces; honey mustard or barbecue sauce could be delicious alternatives.