24 minutes4 servingsand pepper to taste

Octopus with Parsley Chimichurri

By Guillermo Velasquez

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4 Servings

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24 Minutes

Octopus with Parsley Chimichurri
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Recipe Details

Course: Appetizers, Main Dishes

Total Time: 24 Minutes

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cooking

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 octopus, approx. 2 lb (1 kg)
  • 1 onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 pc of ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped parsley with garlic clean from the main stem
  • A splash of white vinegar
  • Lemon drop pepper seeds, optional
  • Olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Place the stainless steel inner pot inside the Instant Pot®. Press Saute and set time to 12 Minutes. Boil water with the onion, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Meanwhile, wash the octopus thoroughly in cold water with a handful of salt and clean the suction cups well.
  3. Place the octopus in the boiling water.
  4. Close and lock the Instant Pot® lid. Make sure the steam release handle is turned to Sealing. Press Pressure Cook, pressure level High, and set time to 12 Minutes.
  5. Once done, place the octopus in plenty of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  6. In a frying pan over low heat, lightly brown with butter and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Season with the parsley chimichurri, garlic, olive oil, and salt.

About the chef

Guillermo Velasquez

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