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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.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Rinse the octopus under cold water and remove the ink sac and the eyes.
  2. Bring the water to a boil with the coarse salt, then plunge the octopus in.
  3. Let it simmer gently for 45 to 60 minutes, until a knife tip slides easily into the flesh.
  4. Drain and let it cool for a few minutes, then cut into pieces.
  5. Arrange the pieces on the leaves and sprinkle with lime juice.
  6. 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.