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    • Octopus Curry

    Mark Sharron
    Easy
    30 minutes
    02-Apr
    Octopus Curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that will tantalise your taste buds. This dish is easy to make and is full of nutrition. It features octopus, vegetables, and spices cooked in a flavorful coconut milk-based sauce. The combination of flavours creates a unique and satisfying meal that will please the pickiest eaters. Whether looking for a quick, easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion dish, Octopus Curry will surely be a hit.
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    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
    • 1 large onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger
    • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
    • 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
    • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
    • 2 cups of chopped tomatoes
    • 1/2 cup of coconut milk
    • 2 cups of vegetable broth
    • 1/2 pound of octopus, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
    • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Method

    • Step-by-Step Method for Octopus Curry
    • Measure and prepare all ingredients according to the list provided
    • Chop the onion and mince the garlic
    • Grate the ginger
    • Cut the octopus into 1/2-inch pieces
    • Chop fresh cilantro and set aside for garnish
    • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat
    • Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent
    • Add the minced garlic and grated ginger; stir and cook until fragrant
    • Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; stir to toast the spices for 1 minute
    • Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan, stirring to combine
    • Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth; stir to form a curry base
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste
    • Bring the curry base to a gentle simmer
    • In parallel, quickly rinse the octopus pieces under cold water and pat dry
    • Once the curry base is simmering, add the octopus pieces to the pan
    • Stir to ensure the octopus is evenly distributed
    • Simmer on low heat until the octopus is tender, about 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally
    • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
    • Remove the curry from heat once the octopus is cooked and tender
    • Plate the curry in shallow bowls
    • Garnish each serving with chopped fresh cilantro
    • Serve hot, optionally with basmati rice or warm naan for contrast and balance