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Octopus tankahensis |
June: Reproduction continues actively, octopus guards egg nests, hunting less intense.
Found in Lake Tanganyika and surrounding waters Used by locals in traditional cuisine
Freshwater species inhabiting Lake Tanganyika Prefers rocky and algae-covered areas Nocturnal lifestyle
Caught by hand and using nets in freshwater zones of Lake Tanganyika Mostly caught at night and dusk
Active in warm water with temperatures 24–28°C Found near rocky shores and shelters
Average weight: 1.5 kg
Meat requires careful preparation to tenderize Soaking in lemon juice or milk recommended to remove odor
Mantle: Boiling, stewing, frying
Tentacles: Frying, boiling
Head: For soups and broths
Tentacles: Frying, boiling
Head: For soups and broths
Stewed Tanganyika octopus with vegetables and spices (Stewing)
Tender and aromatic dish
Tender and aromatic dish
1. Boil octopus for 15 minutes.
2. Stew with vegetables and spices for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with rice or corn side dish.
2. Stew with vegetables and spices for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with rice or corn side dish.
Fried Tanganyika octopus with garlic and hot pepper (Frying)
Spicy and rich flavor
Spicy and rich flavor
1. Boil tentacles for 10 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 Tanganyika octopus with lemon and herbs (Grilling)
Aromatic and light flavor
Aromatic and light flavor
1. Marinate octopus in lemon juice and herbs for 1 hour.
2. Grill 7 minutes per side.
3. Serve with fresh vegetable salad.
2. Grill 7 minutes per side.
3. Serve with fresh vegetable salad.
Salad with boiled Tanganyika octopus and greens (Boiling)
Healthy and light dish
Healthy and light dish
1. Boil octopus for 15 minutes and chop.
2. Mix with greens, onion, and lemon juice.
3. Dress with olive oil.
2. Mix with greens, onion, and lemon juice.
3. Dress with olive oil.