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Octopus

The octopus has eight tentacles and no internal backbone. It's an outstanding source of B12, a nutrient important for a number of reasons including energy production and healthy regulation of the nervous system: Simply put, that means B12 helps protect against fatigue and depression. Octopus is also a good source of protein and it's relatively inexpensive.
Buy small octopus and ask if it's already been tenderised. Look for firm, resilient flesh with a pleasant sea smell. They are tougher than squid.
Freezing octopus will help to tenderise it

Category: Seafood - Mollusc

In Season: Autumn

To Buy:

To Store:

Clean and gut before storing. Wrap in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container. Keep 2 days in the refrigerator or you can freeze for up to 3 months.

Tips & Tricks:

For larger octopus they can be tenderised by banging the flesh with a mallet.

Cooking Tips:

Marinate octopus for quick cooking over a high heat. Alternatively you can cook it very slowly over a low heat. Chargrilled baby octopus is nice in salad with a chilli sauce.

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Nutrition per 100 Grams:

Energy (kJ):

515

Protein (g):

25.4

Saturated Fat, g :

0.4

Niacin (B3):

Iron, mg:

Zinc:

Magnesium:

Sodium:

Salicylates:

Safe/negligible amount

Carbohydrates, g:

1.0

Fat (g):

1.8

Monosaturated Fat , g:

0.3

Calcium:

Folic Acid:

Potassium:

Phosphorus:

Amines:

Low

Glutamates:

n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Anaemia

Malnutrition

Immune Deficiencies

Low Energy