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Octopus briareus |
June: Reproduction continues, Caribbean octopus actively searches for food.
In the Caribbean region octopus is often used in traditional dishes Popular stewed, fried, and grilled
Found in tropical waters of the Caribbean Sea Inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas Nocturnal lifestyle, hides in shelters
Caught using traps, spears, and hand fishing at night Effective catch in coral reefs and rocky shores
Nocturnal activity Prefers warm water temperature 22–28°C
Average weight: 1 kg
Meat is tender, requires quick processing and cooling Soaking in milk is recommended for tenderizing and odor removal
Mantle: Boiling, stewing, frying
Tentacles: Frying, boiling
Head: Used for broths and soups
Tentacles: Frying, boiling
Head: Used for broths and soups
Stewed Caribbean octopus with vegetables (Stewing)
Tender and flavorful meat
Tender and flavorful meat
1. Boil octopus for 20 minutes.
2. Stew with tomatoes, onions, and spices for 45 minutes.
3. Serve with rice or bread.
2. Stew with tomatoes, onions, and spices for 45 minutes.
3. Serve with rice or bread.
Fried Caribbean octopus with garlic and pepper (Frying)
Quick and aromatic dish
Quick and aromatic dish
1. Boil tentacles for 15 minutes.
2. Fry with garlic and pepper for 5 minutes.
3. Serve with lemon and herbs.
2. Fry with garlic and pepper for 5 minutes.
3. Serve with lemon and herbs.
Grilled Caribbean octopus with lime (Grilling)
Light and refreshing flavor
Light and refreshing flavor
1. Marinate octopus in lime juice and spices for 1 hour.
2. Grill 7-10 minutes per side.
3. Serve with fresh vegetable salad.
2. Grill 7-10 minutes per side.
3. Serve with fresh vegetable salad.
Salad with boiled Caribbean octopus and greens (Boiling)
Healthy and light dish
Healthy and light dish
1. Boil octopus for 20 minutes and chop.
2. Mix with parsley, celery, and lemon.
3. Dress with olive oil.
2. Mix with parsley, celery, and lemon.
3. Dress with olive oil.