Ingredients
- ½ hot dog
- 2 cups water
- 1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles
- 6 cauliflower florets
- ¼ cup chopped baby spinach
Why This Recipe Is A Must Try
Cooking Techniques
- Cook rice just right—fluffy but not mushy—for a perfect base.
- Season ingredients lightly to highlight natural flavors without overpowering them.
Step 1
Cut the hot dog in half. Take one half and make a slit from the bottom up, stopping about an inch from the top. Then, rotate it 90 degrees and make another slit on the uncut side. Next, cut each of the four “legs” halfway down the middle to create eight little octopus legs.
Step 2
Bring a small pot of water to a boil, then drop in the hot dog octopuses. Let them cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they’re heated through, then drain and set aside.
Step 3
In the same pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and cauliflower, cooking for about 3 to 4 minutes until everything is tender. Stir in the seasoning packet until it dissolves completely.
Step 4
Take the pot off the heat and toss in the spinach. Let it sit for a few minutes so the spinach can wilt nicely.
Step 5
Finally, scoop the ramen and veggies into your bento box and add the cute octopus hot dogs on the side. Enjoy your tasty, fun meal!
