Spider Dogs
Transform your next meal or Halloween gathering with "Spider Dogs," a fun and frightfully easy recipe that will delight kids and adults alike! These creative hot dog creations take just 10 minutes to prepare and cook, making them a perfect last-minute idea for themed parties or a playful weeknight snack. Each hot dog is cleverly sliced to form spindly "spider legs" that curl up when fried, creating a spooky look that pairs perfectly with ketchup and mustard for dipping. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, this whimsical dish is as entertaining to make as it is to eat. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a festive treat, these crispy Spider Dogs are sure to weave their way into everyone’s hearts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Hot dogs
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- optional (for serving) Ketchup
- optional (for serving) Mustard
Instructions
1. Gather all your ingredients and tools, including a cutting board, knife, and a frying pan or skillet.
2. Take each hot dog and cut it in half lengthwise, stopping about 1 inch from one end to keep it intact as the 'head.'
3. Rotate the hot dog slightly and make another lengthwise cut, again stopping 1 inch from one end. You should now have four 'legs' on each side of the body.
4. For extra 'spidery' legs, carefully cut each of the four sections in half, so you end up with eight thin 'legs' per side. Repeat the process for all the hot dogs.
5. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Once the oil is hot, place the hot dogs in the skillet, making sure they have enough space to curl up (this happens as they cook).
7. Cook the hot dogs for about 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip them and cook for another 1-2 minutes. The heat will naturally curl the 'legs' to give the spider-like appearance.
8. Remove the spider dogs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
9. Serve warm with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra creepy yet tasty effect!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.0 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 161 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 3880 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 150 mg | 3% | |
*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.
