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Try this deep-fried salt and pepper octopus

Time to prepare 40 mins | Cooking Time 2 mins | Serves 6

Never cooked octopus at home? Try this easy entrée recipe today!

Deep-frying, when done properly, is a great way to cook seafood. It’s fast, cooking most foods in a few minutes, it quickly seals the food’s surface, locking in flavour and moisture and it adds appealing crunch, colour and aroma.

Ingredients

Directions

1. Place octopus, fish sauce and lemon juice in a bowl and marinate for 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry.

2. Place chilli, coriander, salt, pepper and cornflour in a large freezer bag, add the octopus and shake well to coat. Place octopus in a colander and shake well to remove excess flour.

3. Heat oil in a wok or deep-fryer to 190ºC. Add octopus and cook for 1-2 minutes, until crisp and tender.

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Republished with permission of Wyza.com.au.

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