Poached Baby Octopus

Name: Poached Baby Octopus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon; 1 lime; 1 orange; 2 carrots, chopped; 3 ribs celery, chopped; 1 stalk lemongrass, cut in half and chopped; 6 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 bunch green onions, chopped; 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 sprig rosemary; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 bunch fresh parsley; 7 pieces star anise; 20 peppercorns; 2 cups Merlot; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 4 baby octopus, cleaned

Eats Now Editorial Team · 486 kcal · General

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Poached Baby Octopus – a delicious recipe with lemon, lime, orange, carrots, celery, stalk lemongrass. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 lemon
1 lime
1 orange
2 carrots, chopped
3 ribs celery, chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, cut in half and chopped
6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig rosemary
2 bay leaves
1/2 bunch fresh parsley
7 pieces star anise
20 peppercorns
2 cups Merlot
3 tablespoons kosher salt
4 baby octopus, cleaned

1
Fill a large stockpot with 1 gallon water. Cut lemon, lime, and orange in half, and squeeze juices into pot; add rinds. Stir in carrot and next 13 ingredients. Bring to a boil; add octopus. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 90 minutes.

486

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, 1 lime, 1 orange, 2 carrots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Poached Baby Octopus falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
486 kcal
Category
General

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