Jul 14 2026
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Octopus In Vinaigrette (gf) Recipe

Inspired by Istros
Time1h 30m
Serves4

chickpea salad | vinegar glaze | kimchi sesame

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Ingredients

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Chickpea Salad

Vinaigrette

Kimchi Sesame

Octopus

Method

Prepare Octopus

  1. 1

    Cook the Octopus

    In a large pot, add 2 liters of water and 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the fresh octopus. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 45 minutes or until tender. Remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool.

  2. 2

    Slice the Octopus

    Once cooled, slice the octopus into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Make the Vinaigrette

  1. 3

    Whisk Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk together until well combined.

Prepare Chickpea Salad

  1. 4

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 can of drained chickpeas, 1 diced red bell pepper, 1 diced cucumber, 0.5 diced red onion, and 0.25 cup of chopped fresh parsley.

  2. 5

    Add Dressing

    Pour the olive oil and lemon juice over the salad mixture. Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss everything together to combine.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 6

    Combine Everything

    In a serving dish, arrange the sliced octopus over the chickpea salad. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the top and garnish with kimchi and sesame seeds.

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