As a Korean, I’m going to share the 10 best Korean corn dog menu items you must try in Korea. There are dozens of corn dog varieties beyond just the potato corn dog and cheese corn dog. If you’re visiting Korea, make sure to try the unique corn dog flavors that you can only find here!
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Where to Eat?
Korean corn dog shops are surprisingly easy to find, yet somehow hard to come by. That’s why I recommend Myungrang Hotdog (명랑 핫도그), a popular chain with locations almost anywhere in Korea. Most Koreans get their corn dogs from Myungrang when they’re craving one.
You can also try them at traditional markets, but keep in mind that they’re usually made the old-fashioned way. They’re deep-fried without the trendy toppings you might expect. Instead, they’re often dusted with sugar and served with ketchup and mustard. If you’re not a fan of sugar, you can ask them to skip it—but trust me, don’t judge it too quickly! My Belgian friends were super skeptical at first—“Sugar on a Korean corn dog?” —but after just one bite, they all ended up eating them with sugar. The sweetness goes perfectly with the ketchup, turning it into a surprisingly delicious combination.
Korean Corn Dog Recipe
Feeling sad because you can’t travel to Korea and try Korean corn dogs? Don’t worry! I’ll show you the easiest Korean corn dogs recipe without any batter. Korean corn dog ingredients are not simple and hard to make the batter. But this one, no yeast, no dough needed—all you need is sliced sandwich bread! This is how to make Korean corn dog at home.
Myungrang Hot Dog
Today, I’m going to introduce the top 10 corn dog items on the menu at Myungrang Hotdog, a place you can easily find not just in Seoul, but almost anywhere in Korea. It’s a corn dog chain that offers the widest variety of toppings and sauces, so you can easily customize your order.
Honestly, most Koreans go here when they want a Korean corn dog in Korea. This is NOT a sponsored post. I’m recommending it from personal experience!
How to Order a Korean Corn Dog
Choose Your Korean Corn Dog
First, choose the type of Korean corn dog you want. In Korea, we don’t say “corn dog”; we just say “hot dog.” Make sure to order by saying “[name] hot dog juseyo.” For example, if you want a mozzarella one, say: “Tong mozza hot dog juseyo.”
Choose a Topping
You can choose from toppings like potato, sweet potato, or ramyeon noodles. These toppings are stuck on the outside of the hot dog before frying, giving it extra texture and crunch.
Choose a Seasoning
Before adding sauce, you can sprinkle your hot dog with seasonings. These options might only be written in Korean, so keep this blog post handy and match the Hangul letters when ordering haha
- Sugar (설탕)
- Butter garlic (버터 갈릭)
- Onion cream (어니언 크림)
Pick Your Sauce (6 options)
These options might only be written in Korean as well, so match the Hangul letters when ordering haha
- Hot Chili (a new release) (핫 칠리)
- Honey Mustard (허니 머스타드)
- Tomato Ketchup (토마토 케첩)
- Cheddar Cheese (체다 치즈)
- Sweet Chili (스위트 칠리)
- Cheese Mustard (치즈 머스타드)
Best 10 Korean Corn Dogs You Must Try in Korea
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the hot dog and topping options? Don’t worry! I’ve got you! To make things easier, I’ve put together a list of recommended Korean corn dog and topping combinations that you should definitely try. For each one, I’ll also include the perfect sauce to bring out the best flavor.
With this guide, ordering Korean corn dog (Korean hot dog) will be so much easier — and you’ll get to enjoy delicious combos that Korean locals truly love.
Goguma Tongmozza Hot Dog (Sweet Potato Mozzarella Corn Dog)
Just like the name suggests, this Korean corn dog is a perfect combination of sweet potato and whole mozzarella cheese. It’s crispy on the outside, with sweet potato cubes stuck to the batter and inside, you’ll find a big chunk of stretchy mozzarella cheese. With every bite, you get a satisfying crunch followed by that cheesy pull — it’s one of the most delicious Korean corn dogs you can try.
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + cheddar cheese sauce + sweet chili + cheese mustard
Gamja Tongmozza Hot Dog (Potato Mozzarella Corn Dog)
This Korean corn dog is topped with crispy, cube-cut potatoes, giving it a classic French fry crunch and savory flavor. Take a bite, and the gooey, stretchy mozzarella inside pairs perfectly with the crispy potato coating. It’s a classic favorite for a reason!
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + sweet Chili + honey mustard
Mozza Maepguma Hot Dog (Spicy Sweet Potato Corn Dog)
Want to try Korean corn dog with a little spicy kick? This is one of the most beloved Korean corn dogs — a perfect combo of sweet potato, spicy jalapeño sausage, and creamy, stretchy cheese. It’s sweet, spicy, cheesy, and just incredibly satisfying.
- Recommended Sauce: parmesan cheese powder + cheddar cheese Sauce + cheese mustard
Myungrang Hot Dog (Classic)
This is the signature item of Myungrang Hot Dog — a classic Korean corn dog with sausage inside and a crispy outer layer. The batter is made with rice flour, giving it a slightly chewy texture. For sauces, the most traditional combo is sugar + ketchup, or go with sugar + ketchup + honey mustard for a little extra flavor.
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + ketchup + honey mustard
Jumbo Hot Dog
Do you think the basic Myungrang hot dog is too small? Try the Jumbo Hot Dog, which is bigger and plumper. Its thicker sausage gives it a rich, savory flavor. You can enjoy the chewy and crispy texture of the rice flour batter even more.
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + ketchup + honey mustard
Gamja Hot Dog (Potato Corn Dog)
One of the most popular Korean corn dog varieties. This is Korean potato corn dog. It’s covered in crispy, cube-cut potatoes on the outside, giving it a savory crunch. Inside, there’s a sausage that adds a salty, umami flavor that pairs perfectly with the potato topping.
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + ketchup + honey mustard
- or try it with just sweet chili sauce — no seasoning or other sauces needed! Many locals enjoy it this way.
Tongmozza Hot Dog (Whole Mozzarella Corn Dog)
This is my favorite menu item. Crispy on the outside, filled from start to finish with whole mozzarella cheese inside. There’s no sausage, so it tastes clean and cheesy. If you want sausage inside, just order the ‘Banban Mozza Hot Dog’ (half sausage, half mozzarella).
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + ketchup
Triple X Cheese Hot Dog
A cheese lover’s dream — this corn dog has three types of cheese all at once: cheddar, mozzarella, and crunchy gouda bits on the outside. The gouda bits on the crust add a crispy texture, while the inside is filled with smooth, salty cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
Originally a limited-time item, it’s now a permanent menu because it’s so popular — definitely a delicious choice.
- Recommended Sauce: butter garlic seasoning + hot chili + cheddar cheese
Mozza Cheddar Hot Dog
This hot dog is filled with both mozzarella and cheddar cheese inside. When you bite into the crispy Korean corn dog, the savory umami flavor and the soft, stretchy mozzarella create an amazing taste. Cheese lovers can’t resist this one.
- Recommended Sauce: onion cream seasoning + ketchup + cheese mustard
Ramyeon Maepddang Hot Dog (Spicy Ramen Corn Dog)
If you can’t handle spicy food, skip this! But if you love Buldak ramen, then this is for you!
It’s a spicy Buldak corn dog! This might be the spiciest Korean corn dog. It has crunchy ramen noodles on the outside for an ultra-crispy texture and is topped with plenty of Buldak sauce. Inside, it’s half mozzarella cheese and half spicy jalapeño sausage.
- Recommended Sauce: sugar + cheddar cheese sauce
The Buldak sauce is already on it, so you can ask to have sugar sprinkled on. Then, drizzle cheddar cheese sauce on top — the salty, rich flavor balances out the heat perfectly for a delicious bite.
