• 1 pound hot dogs
• 1 cup  all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornmeal
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoon shortening
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 medium onion, grated
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Wooden skewers (optional)

Method

Pat frankfurters dry with paper towels.  Heat oil (2 to 3 inches) to  365°F.

Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt.  Cut in shortening to resemble oatmeal flakes. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Dip frankfurters into batter, letting any excess drip into bowl. You don't want something thick and gummy.  

Fry in oil, turning once, until brown, about 6 minutes; drain on paper towels.

Insert wooden skewer in end of each frankfurter if using.

Contributor: Pat Ciesla

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