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truffle oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil infused with herbs

💰Cheaper: regular olive oil

Herb-infused oil provides flavor without the cost of truffle oil.

octopus

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Squid offers a similar texture and taste, while canned tuna is more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds richness while being dairy-free.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Cauliflower lowers carbs and calories while still providing a creamy texture.

Prepare the octopus by cleaning and tenderizing it as needed.

Boil sweet potatoes until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain sweet potatoes and return to the pot.

Add butter and truffle oil to the sweet potatoes, then mash until smooth.

Season mashed sweet potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add peas to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Blend the peas with lemon juice and fresh herbs until smooth, adding vegetable broth for desired consistency.

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Grill the octopus for about 3-4 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.

Plate the mashed sweet potatoes, top with grilled octopus, and drizzle with pea sauce.

Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

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