Live Raw Octopus!
Live, raw octopus has been Korean traditional dish for last 2 centuries. Of course, even after you cut Octopus into pieces, they are still alive and when you put them in your mouth, the tentacles will suck on your tongue.
Of course, it’s best served with some soju.
Straight from the tank onto the plate – in less than 8 minutes. Raw octopus (낙지회, nakji hwee) can either be eaten whole or sliced up. Obviously, my guests chose the latter – cowards!
The nakji arrives at the table all squirming and wriggling, very worm-like when you think about it. It’s served with a healty dash of sesame oil and topped with roasted sesame seeds. Nothing else – no salt, no pepper, nada.
The fun bit is getting them onto your chopsticks and then into your mouth. These fellas will squirm and wriggle their way out of trouble. And the suction cups on their tentacles can be pretty strong, even as they slide down your throat! Hahaha ….. talk about your food fighting back.
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