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Hobotnica: A Croatian Octopus Recipe

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Hobotnica: A Croatian Octopus Recipe

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    1. Hobotnica: A Croatian Octopus Recipe Steven Gibson Eastern Kentucky University

    2. Location, Location, Location Croatia is considered to be in eastern Europe However, literally it is located in south central Europe Croatia is located on the Adriatic sea and is becoming a popular tourist destination for wealthy people from Germanic and Nordic nations The introduction of the Euro has facilitated strong economic development in Croatia

    4. War Two devastating wars left many former Yugoslavians seeking a new life elsewhere in Europe, and even in America. Though traumatized and devastated, Croatians are resourceful survivors. Many refugees found themselves in Kentucky This influx of immigrants has enriched the lives of many Kentuckians with exposure to a culture rich in cooking tradition.

    5. A Myth to Dispel Common Myth Croatian food is a lot like Russian and other Eastern European food. This likely stems from the Croatian language sounding so Slavic, and often being confused by Americans with Russian language and culture. Truth Croatian food has a strong Mediterranean influence.

    6. Introduction Adriatic Sea is a valuable source of seafood Octopus and squid are delicacies in Croatian culture For some Americans octopus and squid are an acquired taste. The texture can seem odd and cumbersome at first, but the flavor will soon prove to be colorful enough to enjoy the meal. Octopus should not be mistaken for Squid, as these are different sea creatures

    7. The difference between octopus and squid An octopus has eight arms A squid has eight arms and two tentacles An octopus lives on the ocean floor and scavenges for food A squid lives in the open sea

    8. Similarities between octopus and squid Both have parrot-like beaks Both have blue blood, from an oxygen making mechanism in the blood containing copper Both are distant relatives of snails, though they have lost their shells during evolution Both use ink as a defense mechanism Both are a nutritious source of food

    9. Family Time Food facilitates bonding in Croatian culture as it does in many others While many families share meals together, Croatian culture involves every one in the kitchen helping out, not just women Spices and herbs such as rosemary, thyme, and basil are very important in Croatian cuisine

    10. Cooking is Family Time

    11. Tonight is a special occasion. With two birthdays we will celebrate with a traditional Croatian meal.

    12. Tonight we are making squid!

    13. First we will make squid, then we will review an octopus recipe someone else has cooked

    14. There are countless ways to prepare octopus and squid Baked and stuffed Fried or grilled

    15. Things we will need Squid ( at least 1000 g) One onion Potatoes (three large) Tomatoes (two medium) Basil Rosemary Olive oil Red wine Salt and pepper

    16. Wash, Clean, and Remove Ink Sack Wash the squid thoroughly The ink sack can be saved for use as food coloring for rice, beans, or deserts Cut arms and tentacles into slices the size of you choice, usually 3-5 mm thick

    17. An Old Recipe for Squid In a pan, pour thin layer of olive oil (enough to cover bottom of pan, but not too much) Frye the cut up pieces for four minuets careful not to burn squid Remove from heat Cut potatoes into wedges Cut onions and tomatoes to suite taste Stuff tentacles with the these vegetables, and/or others of your choice

    18. Old Squid Recipe Next, put potatoes and squid in baking pan greased with olive oil Add rosemary, basil, salt and pepper Mix well Bake at 325 F for 30-40 minuets While still hot, shredded mozzarella cheese may be added if so desired Total preparation time less than one hour

    19. Next, we will review an octopus recipe from www.chefs.com

    20. Pod Pekom Recipe from Chefs.com 1000 g octopus 200 g tomato (two tomatoes) 100 g onion (one onion) 400 g potato (sliced almost like chips) 4 garlic cloves 4 black olives cup white wine 2 tablespoons olive oil salt pepper oregano rosemary (one fresh branch about 15 cm long) www.chefs.com

    21. Instructions from Chefs.com Use the whole octopus, cut in pieces about 3-5 cm. The best is to use frozen octopus, even if you get fresh one, freeze it it will be mush softer. Take one large pan for baking in oven. Put some olive oil on bottom and than put potato cut thin almost like chips all around the bottom. Than put octopus, tomato cut in , onion cut in , olives, crushed garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and on the tom rosemary. Pour the wine and olive oil. Cover with aluminum cover for households preventing steam to get out: very firmly. Put in the oven on 200C for 30-40 minutes. It is also very good with large white fish, or you can add shrimps to taste, or whatever sea food you like. - Radovan Palmovic

    23. No Croatian family would end a meal without a glass of wine after

    24. Chow! Thanks for watching

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