Portuguese Roasted Octopus Recipe

Name: Portuguese Roasted Octopus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: one large 2 kg octopus; 2 onions, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 - 2 cups red wine; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 -2 teaspoon hot sauce (to taste); 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 potatoes, peeled and quartered; 1/2 cup water, if needed

Servings: persons

one large 2 kg octopus
2 onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 - 2 cups red wine
1/4 cup olive oil
1 -2 teaspoon hot sauce (to taste)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup water, if needed

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Combine all of the spices, onions, garlic, oil and wine in a large roasting pan with a lid.
3
Cut up the octopus tentacles into large 3 inch pieces, removing any excess skin. Separate the skin from the head by pulling it apart, then cut into large pieces. (Make sure you remove the mouth & bone from the head).
4
Wash thoroughly, then add to the roasting pan.
5
Roast uncovered for approximately 1 hour. Cover then roast for another hour.
6
When the octopus is tender, add the potatoes and cook for another hour, or so. If the sauce is drying, you can add either more wine or some water.
7
The cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the octopus. Adjust the time accordingly.
8
Taste the potatoes, then add more salt, or more spices if desired.

467

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: one large 2 kg octopus, 2 onions, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 1/2 - 2 cups red wine, and more.

Yes, Portuguese Roasted Octopus falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Portuguese Roasted Octopus

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