Sauteed Baby Octopus

An Italian master piece that exemplifies freshness and minimalist cooking.

Ingredients:

• Baby octopus
• Garlic cut into thin slices
• Fresh Basil

Instructions:

• Rinse octopi in running water. Cut head lengthwise and remove excess matter including the beak.
• Add lemon juice to Octopi as they’re waiting to be cooked.
• Heat olive oil in large skillet.
• Add Octopi, garlic, salt & pepper.
• Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat, until octopi is firm and turn purple.
• Cover and cook the final minute if needed.
• Add basil and serve.