4 Fragrant Recipes for Steamed Octopus Dipping Sauce - Mytour

2. How to make tantalizing octopus dipping sauce with lemongrass and tamarind

This is the ultimate dipping sauce for various delicious seafood. Besides steamed octopus, you can use it with steamed squid, lemongrass shrimp, boiled snails, steamed crabs…

Prepare the ingredients

• Fish sauce: 90ml
• Sugar: 130 grams
• Tamarind fruit: 5-7 pieces
• Fresh chili: 3 pieces
• Lemongrass: 1 stalk

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Processing Steps

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

• Clean and chop the chili peppers, removing the stems, and cut them into small pieces.
• Wash and slice 2 tamarind fruits thinly, remove the seeds, and set aside.
• Extract the juice from the remaining 5 tamarind fruits.
• Trim and discard the tough outer layers of the lemongrass. Wash and slice it into thin pieces.

Step 2: Prepare the octopus dipping sauce

• Get a large bowl ready. Mix sugar, lime juice, and fish sauce together until the sugar dissolves.
• Then add chili, lime, and sliced lemongrass into the mix, stirring until well combined.

Final Touch

In just 15 minutes, you'll have crafted a simple yet delicious lemongrass lime octopus dipping sauce. Its perfectly balanced spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors will double the allure of any dish, making it irresistible from the first bite.

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Handy Tip: 

• If you enjoy spicy food, you can add more fresh chili.
• If you prefer a sweet and creamy taste, you can add a bit of condensed milk to this dipping sauce.

3. How to Make Lemongrass Lime Octopus Dipping Sauce with Green Chili Salt

A bowl of tangy, salty, spicy dipping sauce has captured the hearts of countless seafood enthusiasts. Follow Mytour's recipe below, and you'll surely have everyone licking their plates clean.

Prepare the Ingredients

• 100 grams green serrano peppers
• 20 grams green horn peppers
• 1 lime
• 10 grams salt
• 20 grams sugar
• 5 kaffir lime leaves
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 thin slice of ginger
• 5 ml olive oil

Preparation Steps

Step 1: Ingredient Preparation

• Thoroughly wash the green horn peppers, then pat them dry. Lightly grill them to remove excess bitterness. Once cooled, peel off the outer skin.
• Clean the lime thoroughly and extract the juice. Be cautious not to let any lime oil drop in, as it may make the dipping sauce bitter.
• Rinse the kaffir lime leaves and finely chop them.
• Peel and wash the garlic, then finely chop it. 
• Scrape off the skin of the ginger, wash it thoroughly, and thinly slice it. 

Step 2: Making Lemongrass Lime Octopus Dipping Sauce

• Prepare a blender and add all the ingredients: green serrano peppers, green horn peppers, kaffir lime leaves, garlic, ginger, and olive oil. Blend until you get a smooth mixture with all ingredients well combined.
• Finally, add salt, sugar, and lime juice to the blender. Blend together with the mixture above. 

Finished Product

Lemongrass lime octopus dipping sauce made with green chili salt is visually appealing with its vibrant green color. It offers a harmonious blend of sour, spicy, salty, and sweet flavors. The prominent spiciness of the chili and the refreshing tanginess of the lime elevate the enjoyment of steamed octopus to new heights.

Handy Tip: 

• You can add condensed milk to the lemongrass lime octopus dipping sauce to reduce spiciness, add creaminess, impart a subtle milk aroma, and achieve a smooth texture.

4. How to Make Lemongrass Lime Octopus Dipping Sauce with Golden Honeycomb Mushroom

Golden honeycomb mushrooms, also known as yellow oyster mushrooms, differ from traditional green oyster mushrooms as they have a glossy yellow creamy texture. The dipping sauce made from golden honeycomb mushrooms is the perfect choice for those who enjoy a subtle spicy, tangy, and creamy flavor.

Prepare the Ingredients

• ½ tablespoon golden honeycomb mushroom
• 1 free-range chicken egg
• ½ tablespoon salt
•  3 tablespoons sugar
• 6 kumquats
• 4 kaffir lime leaves
• 1 large green serrano pepper
• ¼ tablespoon ground black pepper

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Processing Steps

Step 1: Ingredient Preparation

• Crack the eggs and separate the yolks.
• Wash the kumquats thoroughly, squeeze out the juice, and finely chop the peel.
• Clean the kaffir lime leaves, then slice them thinly.
• Rinse the green serrano peppers, and slice them into rounds. 

Step 2: Making Mustard Yellow Dipping Sauce

• Combine salt, sugar, egg yolks, and mustard in a bowl. Stir well to dissolve the egg.
• Set up a double boiler and place the bowl over the simmering water.
• Continue stirring over the double boiler until the sugar and salt dissolve. Once thickened, mix in the kumquat juice.
• Finish by adding finely chopped kumquat peel, kaffir lime leaves, and sliced green serrano peppers, stirring well.

Note: Ensure no water gets into the bowl during the double boiling to prevent the sauce from becoming watery due to the egg.

Final Product

The mustard yellow dipping sauce thickens slightly, releasing an aroma that tantalizes the taste buds.

5. Making Steamed Octopus Dipping Sauce with Young Tamarind

A recipe gathered from a cooking group promises a captivating dipping sauce. Let's dive into the steps.

Ingredient Preparation

Recipe tailored for 500g of Octopus

• 100ml fish sauce
• 200g sugar
• 3 shallots
• 4 chili peppers
• 50g Vietnamese coriander
• 50g sawtooth herb
• 50 ml tamarind juice
• 400g young tamarind
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

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Cooking Steps

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients.

• Clean and peel the young tamarind, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
• Finely chop the Vietnamese coriander and sawtooth herb.
• Slice the chili peppers and shallots.

Step 2: Make the dipping sauce for steamed octopus with young tamarind.

• Combine sugar and fish sauce in a pot over low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool.
• Add tamarind juice, chili powder, pepper, and sliced shallots to the pot. Stir well to complete the dipping sauce.
• Five minutes before eating, mix the octopus and young tamarind with the sauce and enjoy.

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Handy Tip: 

• After peeling the young tamarind, soak it immediately in a bowl of diluted lime juice to prevent browning. You can also add ice cubes for a crisp and delicious texture.

Final Product

Fresh octopus with a delightful chew, paired with crisp, addictive young tamarind.

6. Tips to Enhance Your Steamed Octopus Dipping Sauce

• Adjust the dipping sauce's seasonings to taste for you and your family.
• Ensure ingredients are washed and thoroughly dried before use.
• Prepare multiple batches of octopus dipping sauce, store in glass jars with tight lids in the refrigerator, and use within two weeks for best quality.

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Above are some incredibly simple and delicious recipes for steamed octopus dipping sauce. We hope that after reading this article, Mytour Blog will help you gain useful knowledge to create the most enticing and perfect meals for you and your family.

See also:

• How to Make Boiled Egg Dipping Sauce
• How to Make Dipping Sauce for Fresh Vegetables