After cutting hot dogs in half place them on a plate lined with paper towels and dab the hot dogs until they are dry. This will allow the batter to adhere to the hot dogs better.

Mix together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Whisk together the egg and milk.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

Pour batter into a tall glass. This will make it easier to coat the hot dogs in the batter.

Add skewers to the bottom of each hot dog and dip in the batter.

If using a deep fryer, start heating it up about 15 minutes before you will be adding your hot dogs. If using a pot add 4 inches of oil and heat oil (use a deep fry thermometer to monitor the temperature) until the temperature reaches 360 degrees.

After dipping each hot dog into the batter, gently shake off any excess and lower into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes. Remove from oil and place on a paper towel lined paper plate.

Serve immediately and enjoy!