Tender Octopus Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
01 -
1 octopus (about 1.8 kg).
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Half a medium onion, diced.
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Half a red bell pepper, diced.
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Half a green bell pepper, diced.
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Half a yellow bell pepper, diced.
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
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10 green olives, sliced.
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3/4 cup olive oil.
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4 tablespoons vinegar.
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Juice of 2 limes.
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro.
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2 bay leaves.
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Half an onion, for cooking.
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2 garlic cloves, for cooking.
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1 teaspoon kosher salt.
# Instructions:
01 -
Simmer the octopus for 50 to 55 minutes on low heat with the onion, garlic, bay leaves, and salt.
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Slice the cooked octopus into bite-sized pieces.
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Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and vinegar until blended into a smooth mix.
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Combine the octopus, veggies, olives, cilantro, and dressing. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Tastes even better when made ahead so the flavors can soak in.
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Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.