Frozen Whole Baby Octopus Cleaned

Frozen Whole Baby Octopus Cleaned

Small, whole baby octopus with plump tentacles, cleaned so there is no beak or innards to deal with. The meat is firm and bouncy, with a natural sweetness and none of the fishiness that comes from poor handling.

Blanch briefly and dress with olive oil and lemon for a cold salad, grill over high heat until the tips char, or braise slowly with tomato and chilli until tender. Either a very quick or a very slow cook works — the middle ground makes it tough.

• Whole baby octopus, cleaned and ready to cook
• Bouncy, firm meat with a clean, sweet finish
• Blanch, grill or braise whole
• A favourite for salads, pasta and tapas