In just under 5 minutes, you can experience the authentic taste of Japan as tender boiled octopus ... at Japanese grocery stores. Use Persian Cucumbers, Kyuri Japanese Cucumbers, or Baby Cucumbers ...

Baby octopus is naturally tender and easy to handle. If you prefer, you can also use small squid for this recipe. Here, they are marinated in a spicy gochujang sauce and seared quickly on the grill.

The baby octopus in this recipe ... form on the suction cups, rinse the octopus under cold water two or three times, then drain and set aside. To make the marinade, combine all the ingredients ...

There are times, even in Los Angeles, where the Japanese-food aficionado feels ... made by people who cook nothing but the gooey octopus balls, or to taste regional styles of ramen from areas ...