🐙Octopus arms have around 250 to 300 suckers each.
🔪Properly cleaning and boiling the octopus improves its taste and texture.
🍴The best parts of the octopus include the tentacles and body, which are tender and flavorful.
✂️Removing the skin and internal organs is important for presentation and taste.
🐙Octopuses have a unique way of absorbing food through their suckers.
How many suckers does an octopus arm have?
—An octopus arm typically has around 250 to 300 suckers.
What are the best parts to eat in an octopus?
—The tentacles and body of the octopus are considered the best parts as they are tender and flavorful.
Why is it important to remove the skin and internal organs of the octopus?
—Removing the skin and internal organs improves the presentation and taste of the octopus.
How does an octopus absorb food?
—Octopuses have suckers on their arms that they use to absorb food.
What is the key step in preparing octopus to improve its taste and texture?
—Properly cleaning and boiling the octopus is essential to enhance its taste and texture.
00:13The video starts with the question of how the prepared octopus will look on the screen.
00:35The narrator mentions that the Japanese love taking pictures of octopuses like the one being prepared.
01:36The chef showcases the size of the octopuses he sells, highlighting that they are all huge.
03:30The video explains the misconception that the head of an octopus is actually its body.
03:49The chef demonstrates the suckers on the arms of the octopus and compares them to a squid.
08:29Different cooking methods for octopus are discussed, including the Andong style and the longer cooking time in Pohang.
13:40The process of boiling the octopus is shown, including the removal of impurities.
27:56The chef explains the reason behind peeling off the skin of the octopus, citing the risk of it getting stuck in the throat.
