Ham and Vegetable Omurice with Octopus Sausage
Kid-Friendly Ham and Vegetable Omurice Topped with Adorable Octopus Sausage: A Meal Disappearing in a Flash!
We’ve prepared a special dish for picky eaters. This visually appealing and delicious omurice is designed to tempt even the most reluctant eaters.
Omurice Ingredients- 5 slices processed ham
- 1/3 zucchini
- 1/3 carrot
- 2 bowls cooked rice
- Pinch of salt
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 4 eggs
Making Octopus Sausages- Vienna sausages, as needed
- 1 slice cheddar cheese
- Black sesame seeds, as needed
- 1 toothpick
- 1 large straw
- Vienna sausages, as needed
- 1 slice cheddar cheese
- Black sesame seeds, as needed
- 1 toothpick
- 1 large straw
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the adorable octopus sausages to make your omurice extra special! Prepare your Vienna sausages. Cut each sausage in half, then make three shallow cuts at the end to create tentacles. Be careful not to cut too deep. Lightly grease a pan and cook the sausages over medium-low heat until they are golden brown on all sides. Once cooked, use a toothpick to poke two small holes for eyes and insert black sesame seeds. For the octopus’s mouth, use a large straw to cut out a small circle from the cheddar cheese. Make a tiny hole in the center of the cheese circle with the toothpick, and then gently attach it to the end of the sausage to create a cute mouth. See? An adorable octopus sausage is ready in no time!
Step 2
Now, it’s time to prepare the ham and vegetables for the omurice filling. Take your sliced ham, zucchini, and carrot. Dice all the ingredients into small, bite-sized pieces. Cutting them small ensures they cook evenly and are easy for children to eat. Uniform dicing also helps the heat distribute evenly during cooking, resulting in a more delicious stir-fry.
Step 3
In a bowl, crack the 4 eggs. Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper. (You can omit the pepper if your child dislikes it.) Using chopsticks or a whisk, gently beat the eggs until the yolks and whites are well combined. Avoid over-whisking; just mix until the egg white strands are broken down for a smooth omelet.
Step 4
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add all the diced ham and vegetables together and stir-fry. Cooking over medium heat, rather than high heat, helps the vegetables retain a pleasant crispness while still cooking through. Once the vegetables look slightly translucent and are tender-crisp, add the two bowls of cooked rice. Use a spatula to gently break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry everything together until well combined. It’s important to ensure every grain of rice is coated with the delicious flavors of the ingredients. Season with salt to your taste, then drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for a rich, nutty aroma. Finally, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavor. Your flavorful fried rice is now complete!
Step 5
Now for the star of the omurice: the egg blanket! Lightly grease a pan over low heat and pour in the beaten egg mixture. Swirl the pan to create a thin, round omelet. While the egg is still slightly wet and about 80% cooked, carefully spoon a portion of the prepared fried rice onto one half of the omelet. Using your spatula, gently fold the uncooked side of the egg over the fried rice. Carefully flip the omurice to cook the other side briefly, ensuring it holds its shape. Once it looks beautifully formed, carefully slide it onto your serving plate.
Step 6
You don’t need a special sauce to make a delicious omurice! Ketchup and mayonnaise are perfect for kids. Drizzle ketchup in a zigzag pattern over the omurice, and add mayonnaise as desired. The vibrant colors will surely capture your child’s attention! Finally, carefully place the adorable octopus sausages you made earlier on top of the omurice for a delightful presentation. Doesn’t it look incredibly appetizing?
Step 7
Thanks to this homemade Ham and Vegetable Omurice with Octopus Sausage, my little one enjoyed a satisfying meal without any fuss – a rare sight! Seeing them eat so happily fills my heart with joy and contentment. I’m inspired to create more delicious and visually appealing recipes to encourage their appetite. Happy cooking and happy mealtimes with your little ones!
