Crispy & Delicious Bread-Wrapped Hot Dogs
This Pepero Day, ditch the store-bought treats and make these ‘amazingly crispy’ bread-wrapped hot dogs!
Imagine biting into a hot dog that’s wonderfully crispy on the outside and filled with a juicy sausage inside. These bread-wrapped hot dogs are a delightful treat perfect for snacks or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 5 frankfurter sausages
- 5 slices of bread (slightly thick ones work best)
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (sifting them makes for a better coating)
- Ketchup (to taste)
- Mustard sauce (to taste)
- Cooking oil (plenty for deep-frying)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently boil the frankfurter sausages in water for about 2 minutes. This step helps to remove any additives and makes the sausages wonderfully plump and firm.
Step 2
Drain the sausages and set them aside to dry slightly while you prepare the other ingredients. This helps the coating adhere better.
Step 3
Trim the crusts off each slice of bread. Then, using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread as thinly as possible. The thinner the bread, the crispier your hot dog will be when fried, and it will look neater.
Step 4
Place a frankfurter sausage onto one end of a flattened bread slice. Carefully roll the bread around the sausage, ensuring it’s wrapped tightly and completely covered. Make sure the sausage doesn’t peek out.
Step 5
Lightly brush the exposed end of the bread with some of the beaten egg wash. Press gently to seal the bread roll. This is crucial to prevent the hot dog from unraveling during frying.
Step 6
Dip the bread-wrapped sausage fully into the beaten egg wash, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Then, generously coat it with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to make sure they stick. A good breadcrumb coating is key for that perfect crunch.
Step 7
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Carefully place the breaded hot dogs into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and wonderfully crispy on all sides. Don’t overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
Step 8
Once golden and crispy, remove the hot dogs from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels. This will help absorb any excess oil, making them less greasy.
Step 9
To make them easy to handle and eat, carefully insert a wooden skewer or chopstick into the center of each hot dog. Make sure it’s inserted securely so you can hold it comfortably.
Step 10
Finally, drizzle your favorite ketchup and mustard sauce artistically over the finished bread-wrapped hot dogs. The colorful sauces add a fun touch and a burst of flavor! Voila! Your incredibly delicious bread-wrapped hot dogs are ready.
Step 11
Ta-da! Enjoy your homemade, unique, and absolutely delicious bread-wrapped hot dogs!
