10-Min Charred Chili Octopus
Tender pre-cooked octopus seared hot until the edges char, then tossed with fiery chili butter and lime. Restaurant-quality in 10 minutes, straight from your skillet.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 318
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.25 lb pre-cooked octopus (thawed if frozen), cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tsp chili powder or crushed red pepper
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 whole lime (juiced)
- 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Pat octopus completely dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over high heat until smoking, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Add octopus pieces in a single layer. Do not move them for 2 minutes until edges turn dark and crispy.
- 4
Toss the octopus, then add butter, garlic, and chili powder. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Remove from heat. Squeeze lime juice over everything and toss to coat.
- 6
Divide between plates. Top with cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy skillet (cast iron or stainless steel preferred)
- paper towels
- chef's knife
- tongs or wooden spoon
- cutting board
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