Fresh octopus salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 octopus (about 4 pounds).
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Half a medium onion, diced.
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Half a red bell pepper, chopped.
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Half a green bell pepper, chopped.
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Half a yellow bell pepper, chopped.
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2 garlic cloves, minced.
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10 green olives, sliced.
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3/4 cup olive oil.
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4 tablespoons white 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 50-55 minutes with bay leaves, salt, garlic, and onion in the pot.
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Slice the cooked octopus into bite-sized pieces.
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Combine lime juice, olive oil, and vinegar in a bowl, whisking until it mixes well.
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Toss the octopus, veggies, olives, cilantro, and dressing together, then season to taste.
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Leave it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Tastes best when made ahead to allow flavors to blend.
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Keep stored in the fridge until you're ready to eat.