Octopus is an incomparable treat. I love it grilled, in a salad or in tomato sauce. For many, cooking octopus may seem daunting – but I assure you, it couldn’t be easier. Serve this dish with hand-cut french fries or with rice. Never add water; you want the octopus to cook in its own juices for best flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds octopus, cut into 3-inch pieces
- ¾ cup olive oil
- 8 small red onions, cut into thin wedges
- 3 bay leaves
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
Place the octopus pieces into a large saucepan. Cover, and cook over medium-high heat until the octopus has released its juices, 10 to 15 minutes. Uncover, and continue simmering until the liquid has reduced to 3 to 4 tablespoons, 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 2
Drizzle the octopus with olive oil, then stir in the onions and bay leaves. Cook and stir until the onions have softened, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the octopus is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 25 minutes. Cook uncovered for the last 10 minutes if the sauce is too thin.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 412 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat29g | 37% |
Saturated Fat4g | 21% |
Cholesterol73mg | 24% |
Sodium502mg | 22% |
Total Carbohydrate15g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 9% |
Total Sugars6g | |
Protein24g | |
Vitamin C22mg | 111% |
Calcium109mg | 8% |
Iron10mg | 58% |
Potassium813mg | 17% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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