How to Make Kids' Octopus Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Octopus soup might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about kids' meals. However, this unique dish can be a fun and delicious way to introduce children to new flavors and ingredients. With its tender octopus pieces and rich broth, this soup is sure to be a hit with young and old alike.

While octopus might seem exotic and intimidating, it's actually quite simple to prepare, especially when incorporated into a traditional soup recipe. By taking the time to cook the ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package hot dogs
  • 2 (48 ounce) containers chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups chopped fresh chives

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • With a sharp knife, cut the hot dogs in half the short way. Slice each piece in half vertically, cutting about 3/4 of the way up towards the rounded end. Leave about 1 inch of the rounded end as the head of the octopus. Rotate the dog 90 degrees, and make another vertical cut. Cut the 4 legs in half again, to make 8 legs and a head. The hot dogs should look like tassels with rounded heads.
  • Bring the chicken broth and chives to a boil in a soup pot. Place the octopus hot dogs into the boiling soup, and simmer for about 5 minutes. The legs will curl to make the octopus shape. Serve in bowls with an octopus or 2 in each bowl.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 2337mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 120mg