Just like we always miss our coziest winter sweater at the end of the summer, you might find yourself by the pool missing a warm, hearty dish. Don’t worry! This red wine-braised octopus recipe will bring back winter vibes, even if only for a meal.
Although it does take a fair amount of time, we encourage you to give it a try: it is easy to prepare, tastes great, and has a unique sauce. Fair warning: be sure to serve with an abundant amount of crusty bread. You’ll want to sop up every last drop of this sauce!
1 package whole precooked el Rey del Pulpo octopus
6 small tomatoes
2 onions, diced
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1 bay leaf
1 cup red wine
1 tsp brown sugar
Olive oil
2 tbs red wine vinegar
Aromatics (parsley, rosemary, oregano, etc.)
Salt
Serve with a generous helping of bread. The sauce in this red wine-braised octopus is incredible!
You can also pair this red wine-braised octopus with basmati rice for a more exotic touch or with mashed potatoes for an ultimate comfort food recipe.
Tomatoes can also be quickly and cleanly blanched in the microwave. To do so, cut an x into the bottom of each tomato, place them on a plate with the cut facing up and cover with a microwave cover or Saran wrap. Heat on high for 1.5 minutes, take them out, and peel them. So easy!
If you’d like to prepare another delicious traditional octopus stew, we recommend our octopus and chickpea stew, a simple, tasty recipe sure to hit the spot.
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