Pickled Octopus Recipe

1      Reviews by:    Minnie Taylor   Pickled Octopus Recipe marinates tenderized octopus in olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, marjoram, salt and pepper to create this wonderful pickled octopus recipe which makes a very tasty appetizer. Food Category:    Seafood Cuisine Origin:    Northeastern    Servings:1 Nutrition facts:1735 calories117.6 grams fat Print Preview Rate This Recipe Prep Time:   45 Minutes Cook Time:   70 Hours Total Time:   7 Hours 45 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 small octopus (about 2 pounds)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1 tablespoon minced parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon marjoram
• Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

• Beat octopus with the flat side of a metal meat hammer 15 to 20 minutes; it will feel soft and excrete a grayish liquid.
• Wash octopus thoroughly, drain, and cook in skillet without water until it becomes bright pink. Cut into bite-size pieces.
• Make a salad dressing of the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, marjoram, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• Pour over octopus and store in the refrigerator in a covered container for 5 days before serving. Serve cold as an appetizer.

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