Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
1 unit

red wiener sausage

cut

1 piece

Nori seaweed

cut

Step 1
~2 min

Cut the red wiener sausage in half diagonally.

Step 2
~2 min

Slice off a small circular portion of the skin to create the alien's face.

Step 3
~2 min

Make three cuts in the sausage: one down the middle for the body, and two on either side for the arms and legs.

Step 4
~2 min

Use scissors for precise cuts.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook the sausage aliens in a toaster oven until the arms and legs open up slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Alternatively, you can boil them until the arms and legs curl up, about 5 minutes.

Step 7
~2 min

Cut out small facial features from nori seaweed.

Step 8
~2 min

Stick the nori seaweed facial features onto the sausage to create the alien's face.

Step 9
~2 min

Arrange the sausage aliens in a bento box, optionally placing them on top of meatballs or a bed of rice.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use cookie cutters to create different shapes.

Add a small amount of cheese for filling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice, vegetables, and fruit.

Include a small container of dipping sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice balls
Edamame
Cherry tomatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Common in bento boxes

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Kids lunch
School lunch

Popularity Score

60/100

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