Braised Octopus with Smoky Romesco Sauce Recipe

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Here’s a delicious Mediterranean-inspired recipe for Braised Octopus with Smoky Romesco Sauce, perfect for a special dinner or to impress guests:

🐙 Braised Octopus

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole octopus (about 1.5–2 kg), cleaned
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • Splash of red wine vinegar
  • Water (to cover)
  • Olive oil (for searing)

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the octopus thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Place it in a large pot with bay leaves, garlic, and red wine vinegar.
  3. Cover with water and simmer gently for 45–60 minutes until tender.
  4. Let cool slightly, then cut into serving-sized pieces.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the octopus until lightly browned and crisp on the edges.
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