Make sure the wooden skewers chosen are suitable for the size of the pot you will use for frying. If necessary, cut the skewers to the appropriate length.
Soak in water for 30 minutes
Cut the sausages and mozzarella into pieces suitable for the size of the skewers. Thread a piece of sausage first, then a piece of mozzarella, alternating. Repeat until the skewer is filled.
4 hot dog style sausages, 250 g of mozzarella
Pour the panko breadcrumbs into a deep plate.
100 g of panko breadcrumbs
Also prepare the optional toppings (potatoes, ramen noodles, cornflakes) in separate containers.
1 handful of potatoes, 1 package of ramen noodles, 1 handful of cornflakes
Frying
In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
150 g of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder
Beat the egg, then add it to the dry mixture.
1 egg
Gradually add the milk while mixing until you get a smooth and homogeneous batter.
100 ml of milk
Pour the batter into a deep plate to facilitate coating.
Pour the oil into a large pot and heat over medium heat. The temperature should reach about 160-170°C. Once the temperature is reached, reduce the heat to maintain this constant temperature.
1 liter of frying oil
Hold a skewer in one hand and, using a chopstick, spread the batter evenly around the sausage.
Quickly roll the coated skewer in the chosen toppings (potatoes, ramen noodles, or cornflakes).
Coat it with panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to make them adhere.
Gently lower the skewer into the hot oil and let it fry for 3 to 5 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. Baste the skewer with hot oil using a spoon during cooking for even coloring.
Remove the skewer from the oil when it's golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Lightly sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with ketchup and mustard.
Dip the batter in a glass: To avoid getting your hands dirty, pour the batter into a tall, narrow glass or container and dip your skewers in it. This method works better with thick skewers or wooden chopsticks. If the batter is too thick, the topping may come off, so be careful. Roll in the batter: Roll the skewers in the batter, turning them to coat well. You can also shape the batter by hand around the filling, but it can be a bit (very) sticky. Prevent the filling from falling off: Place a small piece of sausage at the end of the skewer to keep the mozzarella in place.Deep frying vs shallow frying: Deep frying is ideal for a nice round shape, as the oil allows the batter to be suspended. With shallow frying in a pan, the batter may flatten and the cheese may escape.