Oceanic Fusion
Succulent octopus meets al dente spaghetti in a tantalizing Mountain Dew sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds. This dish is a delightful blend of sea and citrus, guaranteed to transport you to the depths of culinary bliss.
ingredients
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 2 lbs fresh octopus
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Mountain Dew
- ½ cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2.
Thoroughly clean the octopus and remove the beak. Rinse it under cold water, then cut into small bite-sized pieces.
- 3.
In a bowl, coat the octopus pieces in flour until lightly dusted, shaking off any excess.
- 4.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
- 5.
Increase heat to high and add octopus to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly browned and tender.
- 6.
Pour in Mountain Dew, lemon juice, and zest, allowing it to reduce and coat the octopus evenly. Stir occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 7.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the spiciness or acidity by adding more red pepper flakes or lemon juice if desired.
- 8.
Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the octopus. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated with the flavorful Mountain Dew sauce.
- 9.
Serve the octopus spaghetti immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice.
