Corn Dogs-Kay

1 pound hot dogs

Vegetable oil

1 cup flour

2 tablespoons cornmeal

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

3 tablespoons shortening

3/4 cup milk

1 egg, beaten

1 medium onion, grated

1/2 teaspoon salt

Pat hot dogs dry with paper towel. Heat oil 3 to 3 minutes.