Jul 09 2026
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Charred Pacific Octopus Recipe

Inspired by Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Salsa Verde, Calabrian Chili Aioli, Crispy Potatoes, Charred Tomato

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Ingredients

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Octopus

Salsa Verde

Calabrian Chili Aioli

Crispy Potatoes

Charred Tomato

Method

Cooking Octopus

  1. 1

    Prepare the Octopus

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and cook for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 2

    Char the Octopus

    Once cooled, cut the octopus into manageable pieces. Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Toss the octopus in olive oil, salt, and pepper, and grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until charred.

Making Salsa Verde

  1. 3

    Blend Salsa Verde

    In a food processor, combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, capers, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and season with salt to taste.

Preparing Calabrian Chili Aioli

  1. 4

    Make the Aioli

    In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Calabrian chili paste, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.

Cooking Crispy Potatoes

  1. 5

    Prepare Potatoes

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet.

  2. 6

    Bake Potatoes

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Charred Tomato

  1. 7

    Char the Tomatoes

    Toss the Roma tomatoes in olive oil and salt. Grill or roast in the oven until slightly charred, about 10-12 minutes.

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