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Greek Octopus Stew (Octopus Stifado)

A traditional Greek dish featuring tender octopus stewed with tomatoes, onions, and spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 1 kg octopus cleaned and cut into pieces
Vegetables
  • 2 medium onions chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 400 g canned tomatoes
Spices
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
Liquids
  • 250 ml red wine
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add octopus pieces and cook for a few minutes.
Cooking
  1. Stir in canned tomatoes, red wine, and spices.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 90 minutes.
  3. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is best served the next day after the flavors have melded.

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