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octopus stinkhorn (mander.xyz)

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[-] ArmoredThirteen@lemmy.ml 6 points 8 months ago

But are they edible?

[-] agent_flounder@lemmy.world 14 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

Like anything, you can eat it at least once...

Ed- Despite the disgusting smell, octopus stinkhorn is not known to be poisonous to humans or pets.

[-] selinson@mander.xyz 10 points 8 months ago

German Wikipedia says it's edible but it doesn't taste good.

[-] lugal@sopuli.xyz 4 points 8 months ago

Would be a vegan alternative to sea food

[-] marduk@lemmy.sdf.org 4 points 8 months ago

Surely someone has tried?

[-] s23b@programming.dev 2 points 8 months ago

I've tried a close relative, the stinkhorn (aptly named phallus impudicus). While in the egg phase, the slimy outer layer can be peeled off. Then you cut the inside into thin wedges, and fry them in oil. They taste like earthier french fries. The stuff in the post I've only ever encountered in the mature stage, so I never got to try this recipe with them. Since they are very similar in most aspects, I'd guess the technique should work.