OCTOPUS RICE / ARROZ DE POLVO - INGLORIOUS COOKING & IVO CUTELARIAS

octopus

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Squid offers a similar texture, while canned tuna is more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: broth

💰Cheaper: water

Broth adds flavor without alcohol or cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has similar health benefits, while canola oil is less expensive.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro provides a fresh flavor, while green onions are economical.

Clean the octopus under cold water and remove the beak.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced tomato and paprika, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Pour in white wine and let it simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.

Add the cleaned octopus and bay leaves, stirring to combine.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.

Remove the octopus and chop into bite-sized pieces, reserving the cooking liquid.

Add rice to the pot with the reserved cooking liquid and stir well.

Simmer the rice for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and liquid is absorbed.

Return the chopped octopus to the pot and mix gently to combine.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley and red pepper before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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