How to Cook Octopus So It Doesn't Turn Out Tough

Melissa Veytia

Octopus is a delicious ingredient with which you can create countless dishes. This step-by-step guide will help ensure your octopus is tender and tastier than ever.

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1. To cook the octopus you need:
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Using the bean masher, firmly pound the octopus, making sure to mash every part of it.
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Place the octopus in the pressure cooker without sealing the lid, add the onion, a couple of bay leaves, and salt.
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Once the water boils, remove the octopus from the water and submerge it again; repeat this process 3 more times.
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Seal your pressure cooker and cook the octopus for 30 minutes per kilogram of weight. Once the time is up, turn off your pressure cooker and let the octopus sit inside for another ten minutes. 4. Check the doneness of your octopus. If it feels tough when pierced with a knife, return it to the pressure cooker for an additional 20 minutes.