Saturday, 09:26, 02/02/2019
See the octopus dollfusi – a Quang Ninh delicacy popular during Tet
VOV.VN - The octopus dollfusi is among the octopus family and is a famous local specialty from the northern province of Quang Ninh. During peak seasons such as the Lunar New Year festival (Tet), the price of this delicacy can be up to VND800,000 per kilo.
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| The size of the octopus dollfusi is barely larger than an average thumb. |
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| The octopus dollfusi found in Quang Ninh province is far fresher and more delicious than those found in other localities |
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| The octopus dollfusi has a special taste and different characteristics depending on the period its caught. From July to October, the octopus dollfusi is easily caught and its meat is far more delicious during this period. |
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| The average weight of an octopus dollfusi is between 0.8 grams and 120 grams. Some octopus dollfusi can weigh up to 200 grams |
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| Despite a possessing a small head, the legs of an octopus dollfusi can reach up to 20cm in length |
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| A local trader says the standard price to buy octopus dollfusi at is VND550,000 per kilo. The octopus dollfusi are popular among the Chinese market. |
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| The selling price of the octopus dollfusi hovers between VND700,000 and VND800,000 per kilo |
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| During Tet, people are able to cook a variety of dishes from the octopus dollfusi |
