Octopus Wraps with Roquefort and Figs
Category: Main Dishes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Octopus | 800g |
| Tortillas | 4 |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 40g |
| Lemon zest | 1 |
| Lemon juice | ½ |
| Ground chili powder | 1 tsp |
| Wild fennel (finocchietto) | to taste |
| Salt | to taste |
| Figs | 80g |
| Roquefort cheese | 80g |
| Celery | 60g |
| Arugula (rocket) | 30g |
| Walnuts (chopped) | 40g |
| Balsamic vinegar | to taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the octopus: Start by preparing pre-cooked octopus (if you need guidance on how to cook octopus, refer to our dedicated octopus cooking guide). Once cooked, cut the tentacles into smaller, bite-sized pieces. Transfer the octopus pieces to a mixing bowl.
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Season the octopus: In the bowl with the octopus, add extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, and the zest of one lemon. Toss in a few sprigs of wild fennel for an aromatic touch. Mix well to combine, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit for a few moments.
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Prepare the vegetables and fruits:
- Slice the figs into eight wedges each, leaving the skin on for texture.
- Cut the Roquefort cheese into small cubes.
- Take the celery stalk and use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer strings, then chop it into thin slices.
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Grill the octopus: Preheat a grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned octopus pieces and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly charred and crispy. Once grilled, remove the octopus from the pan and set aside.
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Warm the tortillas: In the same pan, lightly warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side, just to make them soft and pliable.
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Assemble the wraps: Lay each tortilla flat on a surface. Start by placing a bed of fresh arugula on each one. Then, layer the grilled octopus, followed by the chopped celery, crushed walnuts, and fig wedges. If desired, drizzle a small amount of balsamic vinegar over the top for added tang.
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Wrap and serve: Carefully fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll it up tightly, securing all the delicious fillings inside. Your octopus wraps are now ready to enjoy!
These Octopus Wraps with Roquefort and Figs bring together an unexpected combination of flavors—from the tender, smoky octopus to the creamy Roquefort and the sweet figs. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Serve them at your next gathering or enjoy them for a delightful dinner for four.
