For a vegetarian option, substitute plant-based hot dogs. Enhance the oceanic theme by adding a few drops of blue food coloring to the broth. Serve with oyster crackers or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the broth while simmering.
Kids' Octopus Soup
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS52
Dive into a delightful underwater adventure with this whimsical octopus soup! Perfect for sparking joy in kids' meals, themed parties, or simply adding a splash of creativity to your dinner table, this playful dish transforms ordinary hot dogs into charming, edible sea creatures swimming in a savory broth.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate3 g
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Cholesterol37 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein9 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium2337 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01
StepPrepare the Octopi: Using a sharp paring knife, carefully cut each hot dog in half crosswise. (5 minutes)
02
StepCreate the Legs: On each halved piece, make four vertical slices, approximately ¾ of the way up from the cut end, leaving about 1 inch intact to form the octopus's head. Rotate the hot dog 90 degrees and repeat the vertical cuts, effectively creating eight 'legs'. (10 minutes)
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StepInfuse the Broth: In a large soup pot, combine the chicken broth and chopped chives. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. (15 minutes)
04
StepSimmer the Octopi: Gently introduce the 'octopus' hot dogs into the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the legs curl and flare out, resembling miniature octopuses. (5 minutes)
05
StepServe with Flair: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving contains one or two 'octopuses'. Garnish with additional fresh chives for a pop of color and enhanced flavor.
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Michele Ohara
Jun 6, 2025I added some small pasta shapes to make it a more substantial meal.
Taurean Grady
May 15, 2025My kids absolutely loved this! Such a fun and easy recipe.
Darrick Collier
Mar 3, 2025Easy to follow and the result was adorable and tasty.
Pattie Huels
Feb 18, 2025This recipe is so creative! I never thought of making octopi out of hot dogs.
Neoma Rempel
Nov 6, 2024I made this for my son's ocean-themed party and it was a huge hit!