After talking with chefs, watching videos and reading a number of recipes, we also found that cooking octopus isn't rocket science (or, as Mindi says, rocket surgery). As we learned, the key to ...

Octopus can be tough if not tenderised before cooking. The traditional way to tenderise the meat is to hurl it against rocks; an easier method is to simmer it for an hour. After pre-cooking, grill ...

Small baby octopus - about 5cm long - aren't easy to find fresh. You'll probably have to buy frozen ones. Don't try substituting large octopus for this dish - it's too tough. If you can't find ...

Korean red chilli paste and red chilli powder add an unusual dimension to this spicy octopus dish. Source them online or from an Asian supermarket. Clean and rinse the octopus in cold water and ...

Place the octopus, wine cork, bay leaves, and salt and pepper in a large pot. Cover generously withwater, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, and cook the octopus at a vigorous simmer until ...