Curly Corn Dogs

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 300.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper and onion powder.
3. 3
   In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then whisk in the milk and honey.
4. 4
   Using a rubber spatula, fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just blended.
5. 5
   Let the batter stand for 15 minutes.
6. 6
   In a large, deep skillet, heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil to 350.
7. 7
   Set a large rack over a large, rimmed baking sheet lined with newspaper or paper towels.
8. 8
   Dip 4 hot dog strips in the batter to coat, then slip them into the hot oil.
9. 9
   Fry until browned and crisp, about 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Transfer to the rack to drain; keep the corn dogs warm in the preheated oven while you finish frying.
11. 11
    Repeat, frying up to 6 strips at a time.
12. 12
    Serve hot, with mustard.