Wild-Caught Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris) – Mild, Sweet Flavor & Tender Meat – 125g to 500g – Sustainable Seafood – Wildfischfang



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Wild-Caught Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris) – Mild, Sweet Flavor & Tender Meat – 125g to 500g – Sustainable Seafood – Wildfischfang
Indulge in the Sweet, Tender Flavor of Wild-Caught Common Octopus!
Savor the mild, slightly sweet flavor and tender meat of wild-caught Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris), a Mediterranean favorite prized for its nutritious profile and delicate texture. Whether boiled, grilled, or used in Mediterranean dishes like Octopus alla Gallega or carpaccio, this gourmet seafood brings a touch of luxury to any meal. Rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins, Common Octopus is the perfect healthy addition to your plate.
Key Features, Highlights & Product Specifications:
✅ Happen: Fresh, wild-caught Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris), sourced from sustainable fisheries in the eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea, particularly along the coasts of Italy, Spain, Greece, and the African Atlantic coast.
✅ Fang: Wild-caught using fish traps, snares, small fishing nets, or diving for selective hand-catching during certain seasons.
✅ Wild Catch: 100% wild-caught Common Octopus, known for its mild, slightly sweet, and pleasantly fresh flavor. The texture is tender when cooked properly and slightly firm to the bite depending on preparation.
✅ Taste: Mild, slightly sweet, with a fresh, seaweed-like aroma, making it a delicious choice for a variety of dishes.
✅ Meat: Whitish to pink, low in fat, and high in protein. When cooked properly, it becomes tender and juicy, making it ideal for a range of Mediterranean preparations.
✅ Preparation: Ideal for boiling, grilling, braising, or marinating. It’s also popular in classic dishes like Octopus alla Gallega, served in salads, or enjoyed raw as carpaccio.
✅ Health: High in protein, low in fat, and contains vitamin B12, iron, selenium, and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a nutritious, heart-healthy option for your diet.
✅ Size & Weight: Typically weighs between 1kg and 3kg, with an arm span of up to 1 meter. Smaller specimens are commonly caught and sold weighing between 125g to 500g.
✅ Popularity: Very popular in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in Italy, Spain, and Greece, and increasingly in Central Europe.
✅ Special Features: Known for its remarkable intelligence, the Common Octopus can change colors, squeeze through narrow openings, and use tools.
✅ Price: CHF 25.– to CHF 45.– per kg, depending on size, freshness, and season.
✅ Wild Caught: Exclusively wild-caught Common Octopus, ensuring the highest quality and most natural flavor.
✅ Sustainability: Fishing bans and closed seasons during mating season, with selective hand-catching methods considered more sustainable. Overfishing is a concern in some areas, so it’s important to consider fishing methods and origin for sustainability.
✅ Foundability: Available exclusively at Wildfischfang, your trusted source for premium wild-caught seafood.
✅ Fishing Methods: Caught using sustainable methods such as fish traps, snares, and selective hand-catching by divers, with regional fishing bans in place to protect the species during critical times.
✅ Countries of Origin: Found in the Mediterranean Sea and the eastern Atlantic, particularly in coastal regions of Italy, Greece, Spain, and the African Atlantic coast.
✅ Popular Preparation Methods: Ideal for grilling, boiling, braising, and as a gourmet dish in Mediterranean salads or pasta. Also enjoyed raw as carpaccio.
✅ Delicacy Status: Common Octopus is a Mediterranean delicacy, highly sought after for its mild, sweet flavor, tender meat, and unique characteristics.
At Wildfischfang, we deliver wild-caught seafood fresh to your door with 24-hour delivery from Gallipoli, Apulia.
- Processing Time: Orders are processed within 1 business day.
- Shipping Cost: Calculated at checkout based on location and order size.
- Delivery:
✔️ Local (Switzerland): 1 Business Day
✔️ International: Varies by destination - Packaging: Eco-friendly, ensuring freshness during transit.
- Tracking: Receive tracking info once your order is shipped.
- Customs/Duties: Customers are responsible for any applicable fees on international shipments.
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