Octopus Cocktail Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Components
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Clean the Octopus
Rinse the fresh octopus under cold running water to remove any dirt or sand. Ensure to remove the beak and any innards.
- 2
Boil the Octopus
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and let it simmer for about 45 minutes until tender. You may need to adjust the time depending on the size of the octopus.
- 3
Cool and Cut
Once cooked, remove the octopus from the pot and allow it to cool. Once cool, cut it into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, sea salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 5
Marinate the Octopus
Add the cut octopus to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 6
Assemble the Skewers
Once marinated, take the cocktail skewers and thread pieces of octopus onto each skewer. You can alternate with additional herbs or slices of lemon for garnish.
- 7
Serve
Arrange the skewers on a serving plate and drizzle with any remaining marinade. Serve immediately as a refreshing cocktail appetizer.