Tender Octopus Citrus (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - Baby octopus, 500 g, cleaned.
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil.
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced.
04 - 1 teaspoon freshly chopped ginger.
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
06 - Zest from one orange.
07 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
08 - Broccolini, 300 g, chopped.
09 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.
10 - Chili flakes, adjust to preference.
11 - Juice from a fresh orange.
12 - Fresh herbs for topping.

# Instructions:

01 - Stir soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and orange zest together to coat the octopus. Drizzle in sesame oil for extra flavor.
02 - Saute broccolini with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Cook until tender but still crisp.
03 - Brown the marinated octopus in a hot pan until cooked through. Add chili flakes and fresh orange juice for a zesty kick.
04 - Combine the broccolini and octopus, then drizzle with a tangy, spicy citrus sauce. Sprinkle some fresh herbs on top to finish.

# Notes:

01 - This dish blends ocean-inspired flavors with citrusy and Asian spice notes.
02 - Cooking time is kept short to keep the octopus tender and delicious.

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