
Fish & seafood
Boiled octopus (te ota ni bwabwa)
Tender octopus gently simmered in salted water, then served with lime and leaves. Its firm, flavorful flesh makes it a favorite at shared meals.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Rinse the octopus under cold water and remove the ink sac and the eyes.
- Bring the water to a boil with the coarse salt, then plunge the octopus in.
- Let it simmer gently for 45 to 60 minutes, until a knife tip slides easily into the flesh.
- Drain and let it cool for a few minutes, then cut into pieces.
- Arrange the pieces on the leaves and sprinkle with lime juice.
- Serve with a little pepper and chili.
Variations and tips
Tenderize. Add a strip of lime zest to the cooking water to flavor the flesh.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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