Tornado Franconia – Panlasang Pinoy

Who doesn’t love party food? Whether it’s a dinner party with your closest friends or a celebration of your children’s birthday, certain party food plates are guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Among them, of course, is the humble hot dog. Who’s been to a party without seeing some good old-fashioned hot dogs on a stick with marshmallows? Or even pigs in a blanket if you’re looking for a more “upgraded” version? And for those with more seasoned affairs, a charcuterie platter is never complete without sausages and cold cuts! In fact, hot dogs and sausage are almost always part of every party. But are you looking for ways to make this party even more memorable? Check out these tornado francs; They could be just what you’re looking for!

What are tornado francs?

Tornado Franks are a toss-up between a sausage sandwich and food on a stick. They are made with delicious and flavorful CDO Chicken Franks and tender, slightly sweet strings of dough. It gets its name from the way the threads spiral around your meaty sausage, almost giving it the appearance of a tornado itself. This meal is comfortable and familiar, but with a pleasantly memorable twist; We are sure you and your family will love it too! Children especially will have a hard time resisting the allure of these tornado francs!

What kind of sausage is in Tornado Franks?

This delicious party dish is made with CDO Chicken Franks. Chicken franks are essentially, as the name suggests, prime chicken meat mixed with a blend of herbs and spices. This gives your chicken that extra hearty, extra smoky flavor that we love at Franks. Making them from chicken is also a lighter and healthier alternative than the usual pork or beef diet. For those who love hot dogs but want to enjoy a step above the norm, chicken franks are definitely the way to go. You’ll never want your sausages any other way!

What can I serve with Tornado Franks?

As a tasty snack, tornado francs can be quite filling on their own. You can baste your smoky sausages with any dipping sauce of your choice, from barbecue sauce to vinegar for a nice contrast. Additionally, you can choose to serve your tornado francs with equally timeless french fries! Crispy, golden and easy to make, you can skip the delivery and takeout and make these fries in the comfort of your own home. They would be the perfect partner for your hot dogs and will surely please your kids too.

Another option, albeit still on the potato route, is good ol’ potato salad! Perfect with meaty dishes like this, this potato salad is creamy with a mix of sweet and savory flavors. The extra pineapple is a nice touch that counters the flavor of your Tornado Franks nicely. It’s the perfect balance of salty and sweet, and your guests just won’t get enough of it!

Make the dough for Tornado Franks

Another great thing about tornado franks is how simple and easy they are to make! In no time at all, you and your loved ones can be enjoying this tasty treat. In fact, most of your prep will go into making the batter yourself—but even then, it’s easy! Using store-bought pancake mix saves you time and effort and makes this dish even more convenient for everyone!

All you need for your batter is 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup pancake mix, and a few tablespoons of water. Combine all these ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. The goal is to get a nice and smooth texture, so keep kneading until you achieve the same. Then take the dough you made and cut it into four to six pieces. Roll them up until you’ve made the strings of dough that we’re going to spirally wrap around your chicken franks.

How to assemble your Tornado Franks

Now that you have your strings of dough ready, it’s time to assemble your Tornado Franks! Take each of your CDO Chicken Franks and skewer them onto bamboo skewers. Make a spiral incision along your sausage, making a small indentation. Then fill each incision with strings of dough. This may sound complicated, but don’t worry; you will get it! Check out this video to see how to get these cuts just right.

After heating a cup of cooking oil in a skillet, fry your Tornado Franks for 3 minutes at a time. Be sure to turn them every now and then so you can cook the sausage all the way through. When done, remove them from the pan and let them cool. You can choose to line your plate with paper towels or place it on a wire rack first to remove excess oil.

Armed with your favorite dipping sauce, your Tornado Franks are ready to go! Share and enjoy with your family and let us know what you think of these delicious savory snacks!

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