International: Australian: Octopus Salad

A refreshing salad for lunch full of flavor, high in protein low in fat.

Author: Submitted by Andrew
Date: November 22, 2005

Suggestions: Frozen octopus is just as good.

Serves: 4 person(s)
Yield: 4 x 1 cup

Preparation Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

1 lb fresh octopus *
1 1/2 cup white vinegar (or any type you like)
1 cup chopped coriander (cilantro)
1/2 cup vietnamese mint (optional)

Directions:

Clean the octopus by removing the gooey membrane.

Bring a large saucepan of water to boil. Place octopus in pan and boil for 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove octopus and cool under cold water. Chop octopus into bitesize pieces.

Place in a bowl and add vinegar and all the herbs. Toss together.

Variations:

* Can substitute squid for octopus.

You can substitute fresh coriander with cracked coriander seeds, or
experiment with other herbs and spices such as chili, oregano or ginger.