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Chilli Baby Octopus Stir Fry WithBroccolini

Baby octopus is stir-fried with garlic, chilli and ginger, tossed with broccolini in a soy and oyster sauce, brightened with lime, and served over rice with spring onions.

Chilli Baby Octopus Stir Fry With Broccolini
4 People
Serves
10 Mins
Prep Time
15 Mins
Cook Time
Easy
Difficulty
Asian
Cuisine
The Recipe

About This SeafoodDish

Learn how to make a mouth-watering chilli baby octopus stir-fry with broccolini using this easy recipe. Pearl Seafoods provides premium quality baby octopus perfect for this dish. Enjoy tender, flavourful octopus combined with the crunch of broccolini and a hint of spice. Whether you're cooking for family or friends, this recipe is sure to impress. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a restaurant-quality seafood dish at home. Order fresh baby octopus online from Pearl Seafoods for reliable delivery across Sydney.

Ingredients

  1. 800g baby octopus, cleaned and prepared
  2. 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  3. 3 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 1 red chilli, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
  5. 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
  6. 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed and halved
  7. 2 tbsp soy sauce
  8. 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  9. 1 tsp sesame oil
  10. 1 tsp sugar
  11. Juice of ½ lime
  12. Spring onions, sliced (for garnish)
  13. Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  14. Steamed rice, to serve

Method

  1. Prepare the baby octopus by using a sharp knife to separate the heads from the tentacles, just below the eyes. Remove and discard the eyes, then halve the tentacles.
  2. Heat oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat. Stir-fry half the octopus for 2-3 minutes until just cooked, then transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining octopus, reheating the pan between batches as needed.
  3. Add garlic, chilli, and ginger to the pan and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the broccolini and cook for 2 minutes until tender. Mix in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil and sugar, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and boils. Return the octopus to the pan, add the lime juice, and stir-fry for 1 minute to heat through.
  4. Divide steamed rice among serving bowls and spoon the octopus stir-fry on top. Garnish with the sliced spring onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy.
From Our Kitchen

Chef's Tip

The secret to tender baby octopus in a stir-fry is cooking it quickly over very high heat in small batches. Overcrowding the pan lowers the temperature and causes the octopus to release moisture, preventing proper caramelisation and making it tougher in texture. The balance of chilli, ginger, garlic, and soy creates a rich savoury heat that pairs perfectly with the fresh crunch of broccolini. Serve immediately while the octopus is hot and glossy for the best flavour and texture.

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NutritionPerServing

  • Calories 285 kcal
  • Total Fat 12.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 14.0 g
  • Protein 32.0 g
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