1 cup white wine vinegar 1 lemon 8 black peppercorns plus 4 bay leaves 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons coarse salt, such as kosher or sea salt 1 whole (1 1/2-pounds) octopus, cleaned, see cook’s notes ...

Preheat the oven to 350. Warm 2 tablespoons oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté until light brown, taking care not to burn. Using tongs, carefully add the octopus ...

Place octopus in large bowl and massage as you rotate the octopus around the bowl. In a pot large enough not crowd the octopus, fill ¾ with water and add the carrot, onion, celery, peppercorns, star ...

Octopus doesn't have to be intimidating. Here are F&W's favorite ways to prepare your new favorite cephalopod. This is collaborative content from Food & Wine's team of experts, including staff, recipe ...

Braised baby octopus is a classic dish from Northeastern Italy, often found on tables along the Adriatic coast. And look, ...

Mediterranean octopus -- most widely available on the East Coast -- is considered unsustainable by the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch. Hawaiian and Californian octopus may be used, however.

Salt the diced cucumber liberally. Wrap in cheesecloth and allow to drain under a weight for at least an hour. Squeeze out any remaining water to get the cukes as dry as possible. Microplane or mince ...

Cooking tasty, tender octopus is way easier than it seems. Follow this recipe for the popular Portuguese octopus dish, Polvo à Lagareiro, and make a great version at home. Image: ©2foodtrippers What's ...

For Bouquet Garni: Tie the herbs with a string or wrap together in cheesecloth. Set aside. For Stew: In a medium pot, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the octopus and cook for 2 to ...