Description
When cooked, octopus has a firm texture and are very flavourful when accompanied with other foods or sauce. Octopus is an excellent source of iron, omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, copper, and vitamin B12.
Storage:
To be kept frozen
Cooking:
Can be boiled, sitr-fried, grilled, etc.
What are the benefits of eating octopus?
Octopus is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids which has been seen to improve heart health. Moreover. baby octopus contains magnesium which aids with cognitive health, lowering risks of cognitive diseases such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Eating baby octopus can also help reduce risks of developing cancer thanks to its vitamin B12 and selenium content.
Source for Information: WebMD
Suggested Cooking Method / Recipe :
Tako Sunomono
Ingredients:
- Japanese Cucumbers
- Salt
- Octopus
- Rice Vinegar
- Sugar
- Soy Sauce
- Ginger
- Wakame Seaweed