Corn dogs in Korea gained popularity as a street food in the 1980s, but over the years the evolution of the corn dog went from its traditional cornmeal battered hot dog to something much more elaborate and unique. Largely this is because of Myungrang Hotdogs, a chain that began in Busan in 2016 specializing in the Korean corn dog as we know it today.
You may not be able to find Korean corn dogs at any old supermarket in the U.S. despite their popularity, but they could be more accessible than you think. Their availability will largely depend on what part of the country you’re in, but with the growth of chains like Myungrang and Kong Dog, they’re often just a Postmates away. This year, the North Carolina state fair has added the Korean corn dog to its deep-fried menu. Even places like Arkansas, Texas, and Kansas are welcoming the chain Two-Hands and its Korean corn dog.
