How to Make Octapodi Kokkinisto (Greek Octopus in Tomato Sauce) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Octapodi Kokkinisto, or Greek octopus in tomato sauce, is a delicious and hearty seafood dish that is popular in Greece and throughout the Mediterranean. This traditional Greek recipe features tender octopus simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices.

Octopus is a staple of Greek cuisine, and it is enjoyed in a variety of preparations. Octapodi Kokkinisto is a classic way of preparing octopus, and it is often served as a main course, accompa...

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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

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • 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.
  • 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

    412 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 73mg
    • Sodium: 502mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 10mg
    • Potassium: 813mg