Thai Octopus Recipe
tom kha coconut sauce, maitake mushrooms, snap peas, crispy shallot
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shallots
In a small pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots and cook until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
- 2
Cook the Octopus
In a large pot, heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the octopus pieces and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to turn slightly golden.
- 3
Add the Sauce
Reduce heat to medium and add the tom kha paste, stirring well to coat the octopus. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4
- 5
Season and Serve
Season the dish with salt to taste. Serve hot, garnished with crispy shallots, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.
