Tunisian Octopus Stew / Kamounia aux Poulpes / كمونية بالقرنيط

octopus

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a more accessible seafood option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective substitute.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme can provide a similar aromatic quality.

red bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Green bell peppers are typically less expensive.

Carefully boil the octopus for about 14 minutes, then take it out and let it rest on a strainer until it cools down.

Peel and finely grate the garlic cloves to create a smooth garlic paste.

Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and blend them.

Dice the octopus into pieces of about 1 to 2 inches.

Using a Moroccan clay pan, heat it over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.

Toss in the diced onions and sauté until they start to soften.

Incorporate the blended tomatoes and tomato puree, mixing everything together well.

Add the diced octopus and the garlic paste.

Add 1 tbsp of homemade harissa, 1 tbsp cumin, 0.5 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt, mixing well.

Pour in the portion of the boiled octopus water and mix well.

Fry up some potatoes and red bell peppers as a side for the dish.

Add the fried peppers into the sauce to really bring out their delicious taste.

Turn off the heat and plate up the dish with the peppers and potatoes.

For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle on some sliced donuts and chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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