Catalan Octopus recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
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Catalan Octopus Recipe

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Apr 10 2025

2h

Serves 4

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Make Catalan Octopus in just 2h . White Bean Ragout, Toasted Fennel Seed, Cilantro, Tomato Coulis

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Preparation

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the White Bean Ragout

Soak the dried white beans overnight. Drain and rinse them, then cook them in a pot of salted water until tender, about 1 hour. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Octopus

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the octopus and cook for about 45 minutes until tender. Remove from heat, let cool, and chop into bite-sized pieces.

3. Make the Tomato Coulis

In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down into a sauce. Season with salt and black pepper. Blend until smooth and set aside.

4. Toast the Fennel Seeds

In a small skillet, toast the fennel seeds over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

5. Combine Everything

In a large bowl, combine the cooked white beans, octopus, toasted fennel seeds, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and squeeze lemon juice over the top. Toss to combine.

6. Plate and Serve

On a plate, spoon the tomato coulis as a base, then add the octopus and white bean mixture on top. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

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