First turn on the pot and steam for 3 minutes. When cooking octopus, cut off the head first and cook it in the pot. After seven or eight minutes, put the claws in the pot and cook it for another five or six minutes. In this way, the texture will be very crispy, but some people like to eat it a little chewy, so the cooking time can be slightly longer as needed, which you need to control yourself. If you like a crisper and more tender texture, you can also put the octopus into the egg white and grab it with your hands before putting it in the pot.

Therapeutic value:

1. The meat of octopus is very thick and is an excellent seafood. Octopus is rich in protein, minerals and other nutrients, and is also rich in important health factors such as anti-fatigue, anti-aging, and can extend human lifespan - natural taurine;

2. "Compendium of Materia Medica" Records: "Octopus and stone squid are similar to squid, but they are much different, and taste more precious. They are not used for medicinal purposes because they are important as food." Octopus can nourish blood and qi, promote lactation and muscle growth, and is quite similar to cuttlefish;

3. Used for weakness of qi and blood, dizziness and fatigue; insufficient milk after delivery. It can be used with pork, pig's trotters, peanuts, dates, etc. It can be cooked, stewed or stir-fried;

4. It can be eaten by ordinary people, especially suitable for people with weak constitution, insufficient qi and blood, and malnutrition; suitable for pregnant women with insufficient milk. People with a history of urticaria should not take it.