Salad od Hobotnice (Croatia)
Salad od hobotnice is a traditional Croatian octopus salad of Dalmatian origin, but is very popular throughout the country, especially on Christmas Eve and during the summer months. Although there are many varieties, it is usually made with a mixture of octopus, onions, garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, parsley, potatoes, salt, vinegar and tomatoes.
The cleaned octopus is cooked, then cut into small pieces and mixed with other ingredients. It is recommended to cook with a few wine corks, as it will absorb bitter tastes during cooking. The salad is sometimes enriched with capers, olives or lemon juice and is recommended to be served chilled well, ideally with fresh bread on the side to clear the juices.
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