Steamed & Plancha-Seared Octopus

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A simple method to prepare octopus by steaming and then searing it on a plancha for a crispy finish.

02:00:00 total

Serves 2

medium

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Ingredients

  1. octopus - 1 large (fresh or thawed)
  2. salt - watch the video to see (to taste)
  3. pepper - watch the video to see (to taste)
  4. garlic butter - watch the video to see (for brushing)
  5. lemon juice - watch the video to see (freshly squeezed)
  6. herbs - watch the video to see (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Octopus: Defrost the octopus under running water and cut off the heads and tentacles.
  2. Steam the Octopus: Steam the octopus at 85°C for 2 hours until tender.
  3. Sear on Plancha: Season with salt and pepper, then sear on a plancha or cast iron grill until crispy.
  4. Finish with Garlic Butter: Brush with garlic butter, lemon juice, and sprinkle with herbs before serving.

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