Fried Frankfurt sausages in dough
4 servings
60 minutes
Fried Frankfurt sausages in dough are a vibrant representative of Germany's street food, inspired by American corn dogs. The sausages, known for their rich meaty flavor, are wrapped in airy crispy dough that gives them an appetizing texture and rich aroma. This dish pairs excellently with ketchup, adding a slight tang and sweetness that balances the salty taste of the sausages. It is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for on-the-go snacking, home parties, and friendly gatherings. With their appetizing appearance and rich flavor, fried sausages in dough have become a favorite treat not only in Germany but also beyond its borders.
1
Insert wooden skewers into the sausages, leaving about 8 cm free. Lightly coat in flour.
- Wheat flour: 4 tablespoons
2
For the dough, mix flour with baking powder, 2 tablespoons of wheat flour, and baking soda with 125 ml of water, then add a lightly beaten egg. Transfer to a processor and knead well to combine the ingredients. Place the dough in a bowl.
- Flour with baking powder: 30 g
- Wheat flour: 4 tablespoons
- Soda: 0.3 teaspoon
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
3
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet. Holding a wooden stick, dip the sausages in the batter until fully coated. Shake off the excess batter.
- Frankfurt sausages: 8 pieces
- Vegetable oil: to taste
4
Carefully lower the sausages into the heated oil, holding the end of the stick. Hold for a few seconds until the sausages float on their own. Fry for about 1 minute until golden and crispy. Carefully transfer to a paper towel. Repeat the same with all sausages. Serve with ketchup.
- Ketchup: to taste