Learn how to make octopus in red wine and tomato with this rich and flavorful recipe. The octopus is tenderized and infused with the deep, hearty flavours of red wine, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal or special occasion. Pearl Seafoods provides premium-quality fresh octopus for the best results. Follow this simple recipe to create a restaurant-quality seafood dish at home. Order premium octopus online from Pearl Seafoods and have it delivered to your door in Sydney.
Ingredients List
1–1.2 kg octopus, cleaned
1 cup dry red wine
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
400g canned chopped tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 bay leaf
Salt, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Crusty bread or rice, to serve
Steps
To prepare the marinade, combine the red wine, vinegar, crushed garlic, sugar, oregano, and ground black pepper in a large glass or ceramic dish. Stir the mixture well to combine.
Add the octopus to the marinade, ensuring it’s well-coated. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the flavours to infuse.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft. Increase the heat to high, then add the chopped tomatoes. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the tomato paste, marinated octopus, and the remaining marinade. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook partially covered for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the octopus is tender and the sauce has reduced by half.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of the shredded fresh basil and taste for seasoning. Serve the dish sprinkled with the remaining fresh basil.
