Octopus In Coconut Milk
Octopus in Coconut Milk is a traditional Nauruan dish that combines tender octopus with creamy coconut milk, creating a rich and flavorful seafood stew.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs octopus, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 red chili, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the octopus and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Add the tomatoes, red chili, and fish sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and let it simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the octopus is tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Spatula Cutting board Knife
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Octopus in Coconut Milk with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add more red chilies or a dash of hot sauce to the stew.
Cost
$20