How to Make a Hot Dog Octopus: 7 Fun Steps (2024)

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Cut a hot dog in half. Turn one half on its flat side. Turn the hot dog and cut it again. Cut the rest of the legs. Boil the hot dogs. Drain them using a slotted spoon. Cool and enjoy. Community Q&A Video Tips Things You'll Need You Might Also Like About This Article Did this article help you?

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1Cut a hot dog in half.

2Turn one half on its flat side.

3Turn the hot dog and cut it again.

4Cut the rest of the legs.

5Boil the hot dogs.

6Drain them using a slotted spoon.

7Cool and enjoy.

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Wanting to change up your child's bento or lunch box? A hot dog octopus could be exactly what you're looking for. With only a few minutes and a big imagination, this lunchtime sea creature can transform lunchtime into something creative and delicious. Read on for a quick recipe on how to reel in this tasty sea creature for your future meals.

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Cut a hot dog in half.

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  1. You can use any kind of hot dog you like! Hot Dog Octopuses are often made with Japanese Pork Sausages because they are 3 inches in length.

    • You can also use beef hot dogs or any other type of sausage, so long as you cut them in half.[1]

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Turn one half on its flat side.

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  1. Cut a slit all the way through to the bottom. Start about an inch (2.54 cm) from the top—this would make 2 legs.[2]

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Turn the hot dog and cut it again.

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  1. Turn the hot dog 90 degrees to the uncut side and repeat. This would make 4 legs so far.[3]

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Cut the rest of the legs.

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  1. Hold 3 legs up and look "inside". You are going to cut the "ridge" of the 4th leg, matching the length of the cuts. One of these slits is going to make 2 legs. Repeat for the 3 other legs to make 8 legs total.[4]

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Boil the hot dogs.

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  1. Be aware that the legs will curl up in the process. So, be sure that there's enough room in the pot.[5]

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Drain them using a slotted spoon.

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  1. Make sure the hot dogs are as dry as possible before serving.

    • You may want to pat the hot dog octopuses dry with a paper towel or cloth.

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Cool and enjoy.

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  1. You can serve your hot dog octopus over rice. You can also serve it over a bed of mixed vegetables, or over noodles! Feel free to get creative.

    • For even more fun, add eyes to your octopus with sesame seeds.

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    You should boil them until the legs curl up, which will probably take 5-10 minutes.

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      • Slotted spoon
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