Tagliolini with baby octopus

Name: Tagliolini with baby octopus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Egg Tagliolini pasta 0.75 lb; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Peperoncino to taste; Dry white wine 1 ½ tbsp; Baby octopus fresh 0.9 lb; Extra virgin olive oil 3 spoonfuls; Garlic to chop 2 cloves; Parsley to chop to taste

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391

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 391
Carbohydrates g 56.2
of which sugars g 2.4
Protein g 19.3
Fats g 9.5
of which saturated fat g 1.84
Fiber g 3.1
Cholesterol mg 119
Sodium mg 282

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Golden strands of tagliolini paired with baby octopus bring a true taste of Neapolitan seafood cuisine right to the family dinner table. The way this traditional Italian pasta dish looks is inviting—tender bites of octopus sit nestled with pasta in a rich, flavorful tomato and caper blend. Colorful and DELICIOUS, every bowl of tagliolini with baby octopus feels perfect for family celebrations, weekend meals, or even those regular weeknights when you want something a little special. Families love the nice balance of sea flavors and simple ingredients, making it feel both fresh and really fun for anybody who enjoys pasta and seafood together. Octopus alla Luciana keeps everything classic but exciting—its soft, satisfying combination of seafood with pasta turns any meal into a little everyday escape to the coast of Naples.

Home cooks appreciate how a dish like tagliolini with baby octopus can transform a regular meal into an experience everyone talks about—even picky eaters tend to take a second look. Serving is flexible—plain pasta shows off the rich sauce, while a side of grilled vegetables or just some crusty bread (kids usually go for extra bread, honestly) makes it easy to round things out. Since it’s one of those traditional Italian pasta recipes that doesn’t feel heavy, busy families find it works for school nights, too...but it’s also absolutely special enough when friends stop by. One of the great things is the way this dish fits so many family needs. It goes well for celebrations while being simple and cozy enough for regular life. Anyone curious about baby octopus recipes will enjoy how this meal pulls everyone to the table—flavors blend, texture stays nice, and the experience is always memorable. If you want something family-approved, buzzing with great coastal flavor, and truly part of Neapolitan seafood cuisine, this dish deserves a try.

How to prepare Tagliolini with baby octopus

To prepare the tagliolini with baby octopus, start by cleaning the mollusks: wash them under running water 1, then peel the skin 2, remove the insides 3, the beak (which is found in the center of the tentacles)

and the eyes, 4. Once cleaned, cut the baby octopus into small pieces, separating the tentacles 5. In a large pan, heat the oil and add the minced garlic 6, being careful not to let it turn golden,

add a pinch of red pepper flakes 7, then as soon as it starts to sizzle, add the baby octopus 8, and stir the seafood 9

and deglaze with the white wine 10. Let them cook for about ten minutes over low heat and covered 11, at the end season with salt if necessary 12.

Finally, add the chopped parsley to flavor 13. Meanwhile, prepare the portion of pasta you need 14 and cook the pasta 15, when al dente, drain it

and pour it directly into the pan with the baby octopus 16. Mix 17 and cook the tagliolini with baby octopus for another 5 minutes 18. In the last minute, stir often, so it blends well with the seafood sauce, and finally season with black pepper. Let rest for 1-2 minutes and serve immediately at the table.

Storage

Consume the tagliolini immediately after preparation; if any baby octopus sauce remains, store it in the refrigerator for no more than one day.

Freezing is not recommended.

Tip

I go crazy for this dish and love it, especially in the version I propose to you. However, my girls sometimes ask me to add a bit of color, in which case I add cherry tomatoes to the sauce: exquisite!

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Tagliolini with baby octopus

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Tagliolini with baby octopus

Storage

Tip

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