How to Make Octodogs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a fun and creative way to enjoy hot dogs? Look no further than octodogs! This playful take on the classic hot dog is sure to delight kids and adults alike with its cute and whimsical presentation. Whether you’re serving them up at a kids’ birthday party or just looking to add some extra flair to your next cookout, octodogs are sure to be a hit.

So, what exactly are octodogs? Essentially, they’re hot dogs that have been cleverly sliced and shaped to resemble octopuses. With...

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Ingredients

  • 6 hot dogs

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 mins
  • Total Time: 11 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 12 octodogs

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  • Cut hot dogs in half. To make the 'legs' of the octodog, make 3 cuts on 1 side of each hot dog, leaving about 1/3 the rounded top of the hot dog for the 'head'. Turn hot dog over and make 3 more cuts, so you have 8 'legs'.
  • Place the octodogs in the boiling water until cooked through and the 'legs' curl up, about 1 minute.
  • Nutrition

    149 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 513mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 70mg