Octopus Soup (feke Inu)

Octopus Soup, known as Feke inu in Tongan cuisine, is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for seafood lovers. This traditional Tongan recipe is packed with flavor and is sure to warm you up on a chilly day.

Octopus Soup (feke Inu)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs octopus, cleaned and chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 4 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  2. Add the octopus and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the tomatoes, carrot, and potato.
  4. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Octopus Soup with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Be sure to clean the octopus thoroughly before cooking to remove any remaining sand or debris.

Cost

$20