Octopus and Seaweed Ramen Noodles and Hot Dogs

Dive into an ocean-inspired culinary adventure with this creative and flavorful Octopus and Seaweed Ramen Noodles and Hot Dogs recipe. Combining tender, bite-sized octopus, umami-rich seaweed, and classic instant ramen noodles, this dish redefines comfort food with a unique seafood twist. The playful hot dog "octopuses," with their curled tentacle-like ends, bring a whimsical touch to every bowl, making it as fun to serve as it is delicious to devour. A fragrant broth infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil ties it all together, while green onions, sesame seeds, and seaweed strips provide an aromatic and visually stunning garnish. Perfect for anyone seeking a fusion of bold flavors and creative presentation, this dish offers a quick and quirky way to elevate your ramen game.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 packs Instant ramen noodles
• 200 grams Cooked octopus tentacles
• 2 sheets Seaweed sheets (nori)
• 2 pieces Hot dogs
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by scoring the ends of each hot dog to create 'tentacles': Cut shallow slits lengthwise about halfway up the hot dogs, creating 6 to 8 segments that will curl during cooking and resemble octopus legs.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat, add the vegetable oil, and cook the hot dogs until they curl and are browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer. Add the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Meanwhile, cook the instant ramen noodles according to package instructions, but do not use the seasoning packet. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

Carefully slice the cooked octopus tentacles into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

Add the sliced octopus and cooked ramen noodles to the simmering broth and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Using scissors, cut the seaweed sheets into thin strips for garnish.

Step 9

Divide the ramen noodles, broth, and octopus evenly between two bowls. Top each bowl with the curled hot dog 'octopuses,' green onions, and seaweed strips.

Step 10

Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1533.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1721.5

Total Fat 87.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 194.9mg	0%
Sodium 11051.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.0g
Protein 94.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360.9mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 1610.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 30.8%