Octopus

Nigiri or nigirizushi is a special kind of hand-pressed sushi where the meat is sliced and pressed on top of sushi rice. It was developed in Tokyo (then called Edo) during the 1800s. Sometimes, nori seaweed is used to wrap the whole concoction and... READ MORE

Ceviche mixto is a classic Peruvian appetizer that differentiates itself from other types of ceviche by the addition of various seafood ingredients to regularly used fish. Those include shrimp, squid, octopus, clams, or scallops. A few mussels or ... READ MORE

Panino col polpo is a traditional sandwich originating from the Bari area. This simple sandwich is made with a combination of octopus, bread rolls, olive oil, parsley, salt, and black pepper. The octopus is washed, brushed with olive oil, and gril... READ MORE

Sashimi is a Japanese delicacy consisting of thinly sliced raw fish or shellfish (or even meat) served with soy sauce and other ingredients such as wasabi or ginger paste. Most common ingredients used in the preparation of sashimi are tuna, squid,... READ MORE

Chtapodi sti schara (grilled octopus) is a traditional octopus dish originating from Greece. Although there are variations, the dish is usually made with a combination of octopus, red wine vinegar, olive... READ MORE

Peruvian jalea is a seafood dish of lightly breaded and deep-fried fish - most often tuna, halibut, cod, or striped bass - and other mixed seafood like octopus, squid, shrimps, and scallops. It is traditionally served with thinly sliced and fried ... READ MORE

Pulpitos fritos is a traditional seafood dish originating from Andalusia. The dish consists of pan-seared baby octopus. It's usually made with a combination of baby octopus, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. The octopus is sprinkl... READ MORE

The small, round takoyaki are one of the most famous Japanese snacks, made with a simple egg batter that is enriched with diced octopus pieces. These tiny balls get their signature shape from the traditional iron pan in which they are grilled. The... READ MORE

Pulpo al olivo is a traditional meal that is served as an appetizer or main dish. The dish consists of octopus in olive sauce. The sauce is usually made with botija olives, growing in the southern part of the country. Although there are m... READ MORE

Folpetti is a traditional dish originating from Veneto. The dish is prepared with a combination of baby octopus, lemon juice, parsley, salt, black pepper, and extra-virgin olive oil. This simple preparation of Venetian-style baby octopus starts by... READ MORE

Hobotnica ispod peke is a popular Dalmatian dish made by slowly cooking a fresh, whole octopus in its juices under a big, traditional, bell-like lid called peka. The octopus is often flavored with aromatic herbs and spices such as garlic,... READ MORE

Ceviche de pulpo is a type of ceviche using octopus as the star ingredient. Commonly found along the Peruvian and Ecuadorean coast, this appetizer is ideal for those who don’t like the fishy texture and flavors of standard ceviche. It is usu... READ MORE

Salata od hobotnice is a traditional octopus salad originating from Dalmatia, but it's very popular throughout the country, especially on Christmas Eve and during the summer. Although there are many versions, it's usually made with a combination o... READ MORE

Stir-fried octopus is a classic Korean banchan (side dish). It is usually prepared with a small-sized octopus that is sliced and then fried in a flavorful combination of garlic, ginger, and gochujang chili paste, while other addi... READ MORE

Chicharrón de pulpo is a traditional seafood dish originating from Peru. It's usually made with a combination of octopus, soy sauce, mustard, eggs, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and oil. The octopus is boiled until firm, but not chewy, and it'... READ MORE

Salada de polvo is a traditional dish featuring tender octopus as the main ingredient. The octopus is boiled until tender, then cut into bite-sized pieces and combined with finely chopped onion, diced green bell pepper, minced garlic, and fresh co... READ MORE

The Portuguese caldeirada is a traditional and versatile seafood stew that originated as a humble fisherman’s dish. It consists of various types of fish (which should always differ in taste and texture), numerous shellfish varieties, and, oc... READ MORE

Tako nigiri sushi is a traditional type of nigiri sushi. It consists of hand-pressed sushi rice that's topped with slices of octopus. The dish has a mild, slightly sweet and sour flavor and a texture that can be quite chewy. Traditionally, this ty... READ MORE

Sopa marinera is a flavorful Honduran soup consisting of fish and seafood such as octopus and shrimps, plantains, cassava, and coriander, cooked in coconut milk. The soup is extremely healthy due to the fact that all of the ingredients are cooked ... READ MORE

Tuscan fish stew has a history that stretches back to at least 500 years ago, and was most likely invented by the frugal fishermen of Livorno who would prepare it with whatever was left in the bottom of their boats after selling more valuable fish... READ MORE

Adobong pugita is a Filipino specialty originating from Occidental Mindoro. This adobo dish is made with mature octopus that's cooked in a combination of vinegar and soy sauce. Other common ingredients include garlic, onions, oil, and bay... READ MORE

Anticucho de pulpo is a traditional dish originating from Peru. These skewers are usually sold on the streets and in this case they're threaded with octopus tentacles. Other ingredients for the preparation of anticuchos de pulpo include potatoes, ... READ MORE

Cau cau de mariscos is a variation on the typical Peruvian stew cau cau. It's usually made with a combination of scallops, octopus, shrimps, onions, garlic, hot peppers, oil, potatoes, carrots, fish stock, mint, salt, and pepper. The onions, garli... READ MORE

Spaghetti al ragù di polpo is a traditional dish featuring spaghetti served with a ragù sauce made from octopus (polpo). This dish originates from coastal regions of Italy, particularly in the south, where seafood is a central part o... READ MORE

Pescado a lo macho is a beloved fish dish in the coastal areas of northern Peru that features a lightly fried fillet of white-fleshed fish, such as sole or sea bass, in a thick sauce. The name translates to "fish macho-style", and rather than sugg... READ MORE

Polpo alla luciana is a traditional dish originating from the district of Santa Lucia in Naples. The dish is made with a combination of octopus, tomatoes, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, hot peppers, red chili flakes, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Th... READ MORE

Temarizushi or temari sushi is a variety of nigirizushi that's rolled into a ball. In order to prepare it, cooked rice is mixed with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, then topped with the ingredient of your choice before the combination is rolled int... READ MORE

Salade de poulpe is a traditional octopus salad originating from Languedoc. The salad is usually made with a combination of tenderized octopus, potatoes, white wine, onions, fennel, capers, parsley, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juic... READ MORE

Pulpo almendrado is a traditional dish originating from the Gulf area. The dish consists of cooked octopus that's cut into bite-sized pieces and a sauce made with a combination of almonds (blanched, toasted, and chopped), onions, garlic, tomatoes,... READ MORE

Hobotnica na novaljski is a traditional dish originating from Novalja on the island of Pag. The dish is made with a combination of octopus, potatoes, olive oil, garlic, parsley, and seasonings. The octopus is cooked in boiling water (the water sho... READ MORE

Kari koko zourit is a variety of Seychellois curry featuring octopus cooked in coconut milk. It typically comprises of octopus cut into small pieces, which are first boiled, and then cooked with coconut milk. The concoction is flavored with variou... READ MORE

Muneo-juk is a traditional octopus porridge originating from South Korea. It's usually made with a combination of octopus, rice, garlic, scallions, carrots, sesame oil, fish sauce, and optional ingredients such as eggs and salt. The rice is mixed ... READ MORE

Polpette di polpo, or octopus meatballs, are a signature dish from Puglia, particularly cherished in Salento for aperitifs. The dish is made by blending boiled octopus with bread soaked in milk, parsley, and sautéed with garlic, oil, and ch... READ MORE

Polpo ubriaco, which translates to "drunken octopus" in Italian, is a traditional dish that involves cooking octopus in red wine. This dish is a popular part of Italian coastal cuisine, particularly in Tuscany, where fresh seafood is abundant. The... READ MORE

Quarnita-bit-tewm is a traditional octopus dish originating from Malta. The dish is usually made with a combination of octopus, garlic, olive oil, paprika, scallions, parsley, mint, and lemon juice and peel. The octopus is cleaned, cooked, and the... READ MORE

Spagetti biz-zalza tal-qarnit is a traditional dish consisting of spaghetti with octopus sauce. The dish is usually made with a combination of octopus, spaghetti, peas, black olives, tomatoes, onions, tomato paste, red wine, olive oil, lemon zest,... READ MORE

Kadon gamson is a traditional Chamorro dish made with an octopus that is cut into pieces and combined with chopped onions, cherry tomatoes, salt, and lemon juice in a pot. The dish is cooked for a short while until the octopus becomes tender, and ... READ MORE

Miruhulee boava is a traditional dish originating from the Maldives. The dish consists of octopus tentacles that are braised in a combination of onions, garlic, cumin, curry leaves, chili peppers, peppercorns, coconut oil, and salt. The garlic, on... READ MORE

Pijana hobotnica is a Croatian dish originating from the island of Korčula. The dish is made with a combination of octopus, garlic, onions, parsley, bay leaves, white wine, salt, pepper, and olive oil. The octopus is boiled in salted water with pa... READ MORE

Majarisco is a traditional dish from the northern coast of Peru, specifically from the Tumbes region. Majarisco's name is a blend of two words: "majar" (meaning to mash or grind) and "marisco" (meaning seafood). It consists of a variety of seafood... READ MORE

Polvo a modo ze de lino is a traditional dish originating from Cape Verde. This stew is usually made with a combination of octopus, tomatoes, onions, garlic, hot peppers (usually habanero), oil, and bay leaves. The octopus is washed and cut into p... READ MORE