- Why did it split?
- High water content turned to steam and burst the skin. Prick before breading or don't fry in excessively hot oil.
- Breading fell off?
- Surface was wet or greasy. Pat dry and flour thoroughly before egg wash.
Crispy Breaded Hot Dogs
A retro star of canteens proving everything is better breaded. Though simple, the contrast between the crunchy crust and juicy frankfurter makes it delightful. Often stuffed with cheese, which melts and flows out at the first bite.
Ingredients
8
whole
Frankfurters (high quality, natural casing)
3.5
oz
All-Purpose Flour
2
large
Eggs
5
oz
Breadcrumbs
1.25
cups
Oil (for frying)
1
pinch
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Frying pan
- Paper towels
- Toothpicks (if stuffing)
Allergen Information
Wheat
Egg
Soy (check sausage label)
Instructions
1
✓
Pat frankfurters dry. If using artificial casing, peel it off.
Tip: Breading slides off wet surfaces.
2
✓
Prepare breading station: Flour, beaten salted egg, breadcrumbs in separate plates.
Tip: Beat eggs until frothy for a lighter coating.
3
✓
Dredge franks in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg, then coat in crumbs.
Tip: Flour acts as the primer layer.
4
✓
Fry in medium-hot oil until golden (3-4 mins), turning occasionally.
Tip: Franks are already cooked, just heating through and crisping the shell. Too hot oil burns crumbs before meat warms.
5
✓
Drain on paper towels.
Tip: Serve immediately before steam softens the crust.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 8 whole Frankfurters (high quality, natural casing)
- 3.5 oz All-Purpose Flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 5 oz Breadcrumbs
- 1.25 cups Oil (for frying)
- 1 pinch Salt