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Ingredients
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Seafood
Vegetables
Oils and Condiments
Method
Preparation of Octopus
Cooking the Octopus
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the octopus and simmer for about 45 minutes or until tender. Remove the octopus from the pot and allow it to cool.
Cutting the Octopus
Once cooled, slice the octopus into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
Making the Emulsion
Preparing Ají Dulce Emulsion
In a blender, combine ají dulce peppers, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Mixing the Salad
Combining Ingredients
To the bowl with the sliced octopus, add chopped red bell pepper, diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Adding Emulsion
Drizzle the ají dulce emulsion over the salad mixture. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
Serving
Plating the Salad
Serve the octopus salad chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.