Octopus Stir-Fry
A flavorful stir-fry that makes use of expired octopus. Ensure the octopus is fully cooked to ensure food safety.
Ingredients
- 1 lb expired octopus, thawed
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the octopus and cook for 45-60 minutes or until tender.
Remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool. Slice it into bite-sized pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch to make a sauce.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.
Add the sliced octopus to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the octopus and vegetables. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the octopus stir-fry over cooked rice and enjoy!