Octopus Recipe
smashed fingerlings, squid ink mayo, castelvetrano olives
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Fingerling Potatoes
Boil the fingerling potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- 2
- 3
Cook the Octopus
In a pot of boiling water, cook the octopus for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until tender. Remove and let cool, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Make the Squid Ink Mayo
In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, squid ink, and lemon juice until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 5
Assemble the Dish
On a plate, arrange the smashed fingerling potatoes, top with sliced octopus, and drizzle with squid ink mayo. Garnish with Castelvetrano olives.
