Thank you, JJ! I put a few on a bed of lettuce with some other veggies from the garden, feta, and my favorite store-bought salad dressing (Garlic Expressions). Let sit for 1 minute then drain immediately. This grilled baby octopus requires three steps that take some time, but they’re easy to execute and result in a succulent, savory, stunning appetizer, or protein for the main course. I can’t imagine using these in the food processor. Served them on a kale tabouli salad, a tahini sauce drizzle and a side of feta & olives. They are absolutely divine and those who are afraid of weird things will thoroughly enjoy this dish. I’ll keep working with it. It was great! WOW this was easy and terrific. Thanks. How big was your bag? These falafels are golden brown and crispy on the outside. Im trying your recipe today :) Thanks! Only thing I might do differently is to use a little bit less salt because it was a tiny bit salty for my taste. Even my fiance, who’s a big carnivore, goes nuts for falafel night. Japan – baby octopus marinated in chilli oil (raw) – it just tasted of the sea, with a little tang mmm…. Dog lover. Welcome back for another round of Ask a Health Coach. Finally, a quick sear on the grill intensifies the flavor and gives the edges a charred, crispy texture. Hi Marie, you can but the end result wouldn’t be as tasty. After primal, it would be grilled calamari or baby octopus. Follow the steps above to make grilled baby octopus. I love octopus!! Blanching entails boiling a pot of water, then turning off the heat and plunging the raw baby octopi in boiling water for 1 minute before removing and cooling the meat. Has anyone tried it both ways to see whether it is worth the time invested? Any suggestions for cooking in an air fryer (which is new to me)? Shape the falafel into small patties, about 2 inches wide and ½ inch thick. Thanks for the motivation to try making these. Crunchy, flavourful, melt-in-your-mouth healthy! I bought them bulk at Sprouts so assume they are fresh I don’t have a food processor so I tried my Cuisinart Stick Hand Blender,(not easy) and then a pestle (like a pioneer woman) and it worked! Tentacles and a break? Next time I will definitely double this (in two batches – my food processor is not large enough to do in one batch). Thank you for your review, Venita! I froze half the falafels balls for baking later. Recommended equipment: I love my 11-cup food processor (affiliate link). Also shocking the recipe called for a 1/4 cup of olive oil on the pan instead of putting the falafel on parchment paper… and didn’t include any lemon joice. Suggestions on best way to defrost? As a South African I love my distinct flavours, so I double the amount of spices, and I add paprika and crushed chillies to the mixture. Hi Rachel! I’ve gone back into the archives to highlight my all-time favorite homemade falafel recipe. I know they are a bit different than regular chickpeas. I’ve just made them and the patties had to be squeezed to remove liquid and seem quite crumbly. This was so perfect! Hello, my hubby and I love your recipes so I always check here first. I sent you and email this morning. 4 year old loved it. Can you please shed a little more light on the nutrition information? These were quick and easy and I’m amazed with the flavor and texture! Accessibility Policy ⋄ Comment Policy ⋄ Nutrition Disclaimer ⋄ Photo/Recipe Policy ⋄ Privacy Policy, Subscribe to our newsletter! Give it a shot! Fat: 30 grams Love your recipes! In a large pot over high heat, bring 5 cups of water to a boil. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. There’s just no workaround here. Everyone loved it at my ladies lunch and it is definitely going into my weekly rotation!! Your comments make my day. Each child liked it and ate their whole serving. I did the same thing! I don’t really see the oven working I guess.. The mix was a bit bland for my taste so I doubled the garlic and salt. plus 1 tsp. Time:1 hour, 26 minutes, Calories: 374 Octopus are very social and intelligent creatures. They weren’t black and the packages weren’t expired. Thank you for taking the time to comment and email. And your house won’t smell like fried food for days. My first time cooking it and eating it. I’m so happy that I found this recipe, thanks for sharing! In the “Author Created” field, Neumann asserts a claim in “text.” The work consists of a list of eleven ingredients with the following instructions: “(1) puree anchovies, garlic, Dijon, egg yolks; (2) These falafels freeze well, so they’re a fantastic protein-rich option to keep on hand for future salads and pita sandwiches. Either as an appetizer or main course, this recipe for grilled baby octopus is a stunning meal that will please both the eyes and the palate. Who knew all of these years I had been making falafel the wrong way!? My mixture wasn’t quite coming together in the food processor so I ended up adding a little extra oil. Thanks again and my partner thanks you as well as I do all the cooking. But good. Fantastic flavor! Not sure about the fatty acid profile of eel, but I know I crave it like mad. I remember fighting with my brothers over the tentacles 🙂, I lived nearby Galicia (in Asturias) for one year (wow, 20 years ago approx, I am getting old) … I miss Spanish seafood,the best of the world. Is this common?! Temperate protein results in juicier, more evenly cooked meat. I wouldn’t chance it in an air fryer! Winning! this dish may seem foreign to some and downright alien to others. I sorted, rinsed, and soaked them overnight and plan to try the recipe later today! I also used parchment paper and drizzled it and the falafels with olive oil. Choose your dried chickpeas wisely. Giant Eagle Market District in Columbus, OH, was making and sampling baby octopus one day. We’re adding this to the top ten in our house! I do have a veggie burger recipe though you could try if you are lookin for something more like that. We recommend cooking the baby octopus before grilling it to tenderize the meat. This is the best falafel I’ve ever made, and possibly ever eaten! Fabulous, easy, tasty, and great consistency – crispy outside, tender but firm inside. I’m glad to know I now don’t have to rely on Greek Islands to enjoy Octopus. Thank you for sharing. Canned chickpeas do not work for falafel. Hi! Grill over high heat, letting the flames char the outside, but turn the skewers a few times so the octopus doesn’t burn. Very happy to have this recipe. Process until smooth, about 1 minute. Just raw soaked chickpeas straight into the blender? If you have someone to help shape the patties, they’ll come together even faster. Super easy to make and a great protein option for my salads. Just WOW, these falafel are a total crowd pleaser and have now become a staple in my house! I don’t even like *seaweed*. Soaking longer is usually better since chickpeas can vary so much. I left out the cilantro just as a personal preference and it was still so flavorful. Wonderful, Sandra! Baking the falafel in the oven works so well and I have also found the oil is unnecessary when using baking paper on the trays. Some recipes try to counteract the wetness by adding flour, which significantly dulls the flavor and makes the texture more doughy. I plan on making these today with black chickpeas I started soaking at about 17:00 yesterday. If you'd like to add an avatar to all of your comments click here! Hands down the best falafel I’ve ever had. Those that are the smartest are more likely to think “I better not go into that fishing net!”. I’m a very bad girl, so I pan fried, instead of baked, because to me falafel should always fry. These are crispy without feeling like you consumed a mouthful of oil. Pita bread, warmed or toasted (tear it up for pita “croutons”), Fresh greens (such as spring greens or chopped romaine). Cinnamon overpowered and ruined the flavor of the falafel. Thank you! They may not hold-up quite as well. I appreciate your review. If they are old, they may not work the best. Oh god, no. This could not have come at a more perfect time. {"cookieName":"wBounce","isAggressive":false,"isSitewide":true,"hesitation":"30","openAnimation":false,"exitAnimation":false,"timer":"","sensitivity":"","cookieExpire":"30","cookieDomain":"","autoFire":"","isAnalyticsEnabled":true}, The America’s Test Kitchen Healthy Family Cookbook. PS Cookie looks like a touch of Blue Heeler? Yum, yum, yum! 1 tsp. The ocean is safe from me! Easy to make, crispy outside, squidgy inside what’s not to love!! Thank you for your review. Gross, are you kidding? I made this today for the first time and it was delicious! Paulina Neumann submits an application to register a recipe for caesar salad dressing. Let me know how it goes! Perfect for wraps, burgers and sandwiches! Agreed. This recipe was a major letdown… should’ve known it wasn’t going to be good because of the cinnamon in a falafel recipe. This is our go-to falafel recipe, we make it once a week. Just curious! I hope this helps! So tender and delicious. Instagram ⋄ Pinterest ⋄ Facebook, Subscribe to our email newsletter! I’m really glad I did cause the flavor was fantastic, so glad to have found this recipe :). I didn’t have any red onion so used yellow instead and it still turned out great. Leftover make great breakfast food with fried egg and tomato on the side. Very easy and delicious. This is a personal choice: Once cleaned, the head is edible although not always as flavorful as the rest of the body. I soaked the bag of chickpeas first now I don’t know how much to use for 1 cup dryed. Rinse with cold water. Thank you for sharing, Mabel! ▸ Categories budget friendly, dairy free, egg free, favorites, gluten free, main dishes, Mediterranean, nut free, pack for lunch, recipes, salads, soy free, tomato free, vegan ▸ Ingredients chickpeas, cilantro, dill, parsley, tahini, Vegetable enthusiast. I’d love to learn more as I have thoroughly enjoyed the grilled octopus that I have had twice in my life. I added a little coriander but kept everything else as is. Cookie and Kate is a registered trademark of Cookie and Kate LLC. Will be making more, often. Heck, I’d venture to say that most cephalopods are as tasty as octopi, given that their muscle meat is denser than fish, making it more substantial and satisfying, in my opinion. Love this recipe, thank you so much. I cooked it much longer, too, around 20 minutes one side, then other (my patties were more like 3/4 inch thick.). I love it. Make a shallow cut along the head, being careful not to cut too deep and puncture the innards. LOL! I am anxious to try these as I have always made my falafal with canned chickpeas. Am a bit concerned on an ethical level, especially after seeing Arrival, but good point above about octopuses being carnivorous too – if they are not as evolved to have that concern maybe having them for appetizers is fair. Oh, people, this looks scary. If the octopus is frozen, defrost completely. Join mPerks and save more at Meijer. Greek Islands in Chicago is one of my favorite restaurants. Make-ahead option: I haven’t tried this, but the original recipe notes that the uncooked falafel patties can be refrigerated on a parchment-lined baking sheet, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, for up to 2 hours before baking. These would be great as a snack or for breakfast. This is the first time I have been successful cooking falafel from scratch. Hi Amy! Sorry! See our, Please let me know how it turned out for you! If the octopi still have their heads, you can either cut the heads off and discard them or keep the heads on. Thank you for the tip on using dry vs canned. My latest adventure was octopus. I have had successes with so many of your recipes I always look for Cookie + Kate first. Marinate the baby octopus (and leaner meats) to add moisture, or add a dry rub or generous seasoning to cuts of meat with more visible fat. Set aside. Remove the octopi from the skewers and either leave whole or cut any large octopi into bite-sized pieces. The flavor was delicious!!! Thanks!! Hi! Pour ¼ cup of the olive oil into a large, rimmed baking sheet and turn until the pan is evenly coated. I made vegan tzatziki and pickled red onions to go along with cucumber slices and tomatoes wrapped in warm pita bread. Sorry! We had an abundance of parsley to use up in the garden this year and some dried chickpeas hanging around so I tried these and… WOW! I love so many of your recipes that I took a gamble and made a double batch. It won’t quite work the same. https://discovermagazine.com/2003/oct/feateye. Does anyone have the nutrition info on this? Made it yesterday. It was so naturally salty and good! Adapted from The America’s Test Kitchen Healthy Family Cookbook. Layer the arugula and baby lettuce in a bowl. I now wonder if they make it similar to this. I wanna eat more, but I’m still a little intimidated about cooking them. I need to come here regularly… how did I miss the post on grilled baby octopus?! Any help anyone is willing to provide is greatly appreciated, thanks!! Double all of the ingredients. Finally someone who actually commented about how the recipe worked rather than trying to sound funny or smart. Then, the falafel mixture is super easy to make in a food processor. They are estimates. They were very crispy, and perfect with your delicious tahini sauce. I made a salad while they were cooking, used tzatziki as the dressing then put the falafel on top. I now live in England and it puzzles me how little interest they’ve got in fish, apart from the highly processed and suspiciously looking “fish and chips”; I mean, it’s an island! Start with a shooter of Osuna reposado–pair your entre with a home town Pacifico Oh man…must kill and devour octopi posthaste (after I fill my auto with petrol and revulcanize my tires, of course)! Your email address will not be published. Eventually, you’ve got to stick a fork in it and satisfy your hunger. Your email address will not be published. Hi! I recommend parchment paper to prevent sticking. Hi Erin, I’m sorry to hear that! I boiled them up so they were part-cooked, which I would have thought would make them less crumbly but maybe it was the opposite? Rinse the octopi and set aside. I love that they are baked. And baked, not fried! A long soak in a marinade continues the tenderizing process and also gives the meat most of its flavor. I used canned chickpeas, but still don’t see how each serving of 3 falafels could be 354 calories when the whole can (used for 4 servings) is about 420 calories. I make it with Zhoug and Tzaziki sauce and serve with Naan. TerryP….. I’m glad you hear you loved it! To make the marinade, whisk together the 1/2 cup of olive oil, plus lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper. This was quite possibly the best falafel I’ve ever had, so often at restaurants it is so crunchy on the outside that it hurts to even bite into and just tastes like the oil they fried it in. Trick is to lift them out of the water and quickly chomp on the head to dispatch, otherwise they’ll wrap their arms around your noggin, and are difficult to dislodge. Both of my kids are vegetarians and picky. I’m not on social media, but I wish I could send you a picture! From the classically Southern shrimp and grits featuring sausage from Surry, VA to pizza made with authentic Italian recipe, the menu is distinctive and, most importantly, delicious. I was at an Asian friend’s house once when his family was eating baby octopus. Not these. Thanks but no thanks. Not quite scallops. Living in a country where it’s almost winter the entire year, I’m wondering what the best alternative for grilling is, if your working inside.. Just in a pan? we loved them, though I had to assure my son that it was not with chickpeas… since THOSE he does not like….. he ate 4…. For you adventurous types, more power to you! This homemade falafel recipe is absolutely delicious, and remarkably crispy! It was as tender as any meat could possibly get and full of flavor. Thanks Kate! Just watch out you don’t get inseminated: https://io9.com/5918453/cooked-squid-inseminates-womans-tongue-cheek-and-gums. I made hummus and a tadziki sauce to go with it. Stir in wine; heat to a boil while scraping up browned bits from bottom of pan. LOL, Brave recipe, Mark. It makes for easy weekday lunches. The Boathouse restaurant and event spaces wed the town’s impeccable waterfront views with authentic, locally-sourced cuisine. Hooray! If your last experience with octopus was a little like chewing on a tire, this recipe will win you back. Thanks for the amazing recipe :). I don’t have too much experience with an air fryer. Can you make falafel with other types of beans? So good! Thanks for your reply, Kate. I would let them set in the refrigerator to thaw. So then I made your tahini sauce and it was perfect as well, so I subscribed. Use two baking sheets, and swap their positions (top to bottom, bottom to top) when you flip the falafel halfway through baking. Nice and crispy. All I know about fishing for them is that one method in SE Asia is to wait for low-tide at night, tie a string to a black ball, take a lantern along and troll with the ball. I always liked octopus, to the disgust of my friends who would watch me with horrified expressions as I bit into each tentacle, savouring the taste. Stories persuade more than facts. My son is very picky and I know he won’t even try them with green bits in them :-). Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but ideally 4. Certainly, you’ll need a longer time to boil—not blanch—thick, long tentacles. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Stir in carrots, parsnips, thyme, bay leaves and rosemary. I will never feel the same way about eels OR calamari again. Been a hit with my family and go to recipe for grabbing friends and family over! I have to imagine this is even better, being all fresh and grilled. It’s as pictured, plus my Creamy Tahini Dressing. So I ended up cooking them for an hour after soaking with Somewhat better results That many changes would require a new recipe. In a food processor, combine the soaked and drained chickpeas, onion, parsley, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. I’ll pass, thanks. Skewer each octopus, putting 3 to 5 on each skewer (if you have heads that are separate from the body, skewer them too). Thank you for sharing. Thank you for a great recipe! Thanks, Mark! Can you make these as patties as an alternative to store bought veggie burgers? Have you tried octopus? I’m glad you loved it! It’s a keeper thank you for sharing <3. Not sure on flavour as yet as I’m cooking tonight…. Making falafel at home can be tricky, but this recipe is easy. Perhaps the salt I’m using is saltier than what you used? On that note, this recipe is easily doubled! I hope this helps! I tried this recipe first in Lockdown #1and love it! I am so happy that I found this recipe because I do not fry anything in my house! Why? Tried the falafels today, it was a hit at my home. OMG….. Thank you. Email me when Kate or another C+K reader replies directly to my comment. I just made them and I know this recipe will become a staple in our house! Prepare the honey mustard dressing. Thank you for your review. The tahini sauce with Miso Our recipe for grilled baby octopus includes blanching the meat for 1 minute. Probably once I am in Olympia. Refrigerate the marinated baby octopus for 2–4 hours. If they’re not, then you can approach the task two ways: In both cases, if a small black, triangular beak does not come out along with everything else, then push your finger up through the middle of the body and the beak should pop out. I’m sorry to hear that, Susan! In much of the world, they are conventional! https://discovermagazine.com/2003/oct/feateye. I just did a simple cucumber, plain yoghurt, red onion and a bit of salt mixture for the sauce. Leftovers are great too! Everyone loves this recipe! I’m so late reporting back. They were moist on the inside and crunchy on outside. I appreciate it. It wouldn’t be the last meal i’d ask for if i was on death row, but i’d eat it again, but not as the main source of protein for a meal. I was lazy to do any dressing to go along. Thank you! So, the salty, garlicky result was excellent: my teenager who spurned falafel in the past gobbled up as many of these as she could stuff in a pita. I do though have a question on the use of a blender for such things……I will send an email to you. This will be a go to. I’ve only ever had the kind that comes from a package. I also don’t have a good vent over my oven to take the fried food smell far, far away. Six reasons to love this healthy falafel recipe: Are you convinced yet? fresh rosemary, chopped; 1 Tbsp. Loving your recipes and the falafel went down a treat!! Would putting canned chickpeas in the oven to dry them a bit work? Research of the Week They serve an amazing grilled octopus. Simply delicious and so easy to make. If you skip the step of cooling the meat immediately once removing it from the pot of hot water, the meat will continue cooking and could become overcooked. The thing just exploded in my mouth. Hi Cynthia! You can also whisk the ingredients together by hand in a small bowl, just note that you’ll need to chop the fresh herbs and zest more finely than you would if you were using a food processor. I opted to serve them in lettuce wraps along with a tomato cucumber salad and your tzatziki sauce. Serve falafel as an appetizer, wrap it into a pita sandwich, or add it to salad for a protein-rich topping. Heat up the grill, skewer the baby octopus, and grill over high heat for about 6 minutes total. This is one of my family’s favorite meals. I find the best place to find it fresh is an asian market. But good octopi, cooked right, you just can’t beat it! So easy and healthy! Wonderful recipe. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Remove from the grill; drizzle with rosemary dressing. Next time I’ll plan better, even crumbled, they were super good and worth a better try I think, Love love this recipe! I’ve had bad overcooked, rubbery octopus, and it was like eating a tire. Combine the octopus and the marinade, either in a large bowl or sealed plastic bag. I’m going to have to see what other recipes you’ve got after how well this one worked out! It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. Kate please try this and write up your own recipe, I would love that!!!). How is it anymore gross then chicken, beef or pork. Hi Sarah, Are they plump at all? After learning about how intelligent octopi are, I can’t eat them anymore. Hi Sarah! Bake it, don’t fry it. All rights reserved. There is only one word for these. Where did you learn this? Thank you for your review. I’ve had mine sitting in water overnight and they’re still very hard. I appreciate your review, Terry. They were a huge hit my whole family loved them!! I love this recipe and make a double batch often. I loved the flavor! Oh man. LOL. psssssssst…. Although I like my food processor best here. Hi Kate Nutrition info calculated using Cronometer. I’m happy you love this one and it was a hit. I soaked my chickpeas for over 5 hours, and followed the recipe exactly. Kate, I can’t wait to make this! They will bake once patties. These are meant for dried chickpeas, they won’t work well with canned. I also miss Spanish seafood. Did a double batch so have leftovers. Turn the skewered octopi over several times while grilling. You’ll be back for more. As far as I am able to know, available year round. Scatter grilled baby octopus on top and enjoy. Hi Remi! In fact, the flavor of octopus can be so mild that it’s hard to dislike, but octopus can present a textural challenge. Why not? Excellent recipe. My chickpeas (actually they were ‘yellow peas’ from the Polish shop – but pretty similar) had a long soak. Using your hands, scoop out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture at a time. Our free email newsletter delivers new recipes and special Cookie + Kate updates! Hard pass on this waste of ingredients. The fresh herbs… made ALL the difference. You’re cruel. Superb. Just pulled my first batch out of the oven and they are spectacular! I definitely recommend this recipe. Yes, I have a hard time eating all animals, no replies about that required. Be sure to allow 4 hours soaking time for the chickpeas, preferably overnight. They were a bit dry and fell apart when cooking but I just had crumbled falafel in my wrap with hummus, takitki and onion. If you have a question, please skim the comments section—you might find an immediate answer there. One thing I will say is I add more olive oil to the mixture (about 3 tbs). I doubled the recipe and made it exactly as written. Hi Casey, I don’t think you will get the result you are after with this recipe since it was designed with chickpeas. The effort didn’t seem worth it. This recipe has become my tried and tested dish whenever I have people over, and it’s my first choice for introducing my friends and family to my vegan diet . This looks so amazing! I used canned, and they weren’t as pretty, but were still delicious and held together well enough to toss in a pita. We packed these (with your homemade tzatziki sauce) for lunch during a hike and were delighted with the flavors.

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