ITALIAN STEWED OCTOPUS IN WINE AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- Invert head of baby octopus(if not using regular octopus, which takes longer to cook) and remove any goo and rinse heads of octopus. Bring a large pot of salty water to a boil. Toss the octopus into the boiling water, return to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, then remove. Discard water. Pat and squeeze octopus dry in a paper/towel. Cut the octopus into large pieces(I prefer bite-size) and saute in olive oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Add the chopped garlic and saute for another minute or two. Add the wine and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir well and let it cook down for 3-4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and chile flakes and bring to a simmer. Add about a teaspoon of salt and the honey or sugar. Mix well, cover the pot and simmer for 30 minutes. At 30 minutes, add the capers if you are using them, plus half the dill and half the parsley. Check the octopus -- sometimes small ones will be tender in just 30 minutes.{/p] If using full-size octopus, cover the pot again and simmer for up to another 20-45 minutes. (Octopus is done when a knife can be inserted and removed without effort, or when it doesn't taste chewy!). When you think you are about 7-10 minutes away from being done, uncover the pot and turn the heat up a little to cook down the sauce(if octopus tastes great, remove it and cook sauce alone at this point). To serve, add the remaining dill and parsley and black pepper. Eat this with pasta or bread either hot or at room temperature.
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Craig Ndiweni
[email protected]I love this dish! The octopus is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend it.
Anis Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The octopus was fall-apart tender and the sauce was incredible. I served it with pasta and it was a feast.
JoNylah Walkwr
[email protected]Not a fan of seafood, but this dish was surprisingly good. The octopus was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I'll definitely make it again.
Rajiv Giri
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The octopus is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend it!
patricia sinatra
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The octopus was tough and the sauce was bland. Not worth the effort.
KAMIL MEHER
[email protected]The octopus was a bit chewy, but the sauce was amazing. I'll try cooking it for a shorter time next time.
Samantha Underwood
[email protected]Easy to make and packed with flavor. The octopus was tender and the sauce was perfect. Served it with rice and it was a hit!
Kenzie Ballantyne
[email protected]Delicious! The octopus was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and tangy. Will definitely make it again.
Abel Asare
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and the octopus came out tough. Not sure what went wrong.
Loveth Umeh
[email protected]I was hesitant to try octopus, but this recipe made me a believer. The octopus was incredibly tender and the sauce was bursting with flavor. Highly recommend!
pianos nzombe
[email protected]Not a fan of octopus, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was tender and the sauce was divine. Will definitely make it again.
rus rus
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. The octopus was tender and the sauce was rich and tangy. Served it over pasta and it was a hit!
Feelina
[email protected]The octopus was a bit chewy for my taste, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try cooking it for a longer time next time.
Melanie Tanuvasa
[email protected]I followed the recipe closely and the octopus turned out amazing! It was fall-apart tender and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. My family loved it. Definitely a keeper!
Esther Phiri
[email protected]This Italian stewed octopus dish was a delightful culinary experience. The octopus was cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful, while the wine and tomato sauce provided a rich and savory backdrop. I served it with a side of crusty bread to soak up