Octopus in the Sardinian Way

Succulent octopus slow-cooked with garlic, onions, and peas, finished with butter and fresh wild fennel for a tender seafood stew.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 355.1 kcals 1420.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 17.2 grams 68.8 grams
Fat 19.6 grams 78.5 grams
Protein 27.6 grams 110.2 grams
Cook Time
130 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
15
g
Butter
cold
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
juice only
NutsSeeds
1
bulb
Garlic
cut in half horizontally
2
piece
1
sprig
Thyme
leaves only
8
piece
4
piece
OilsFats
50
ml
Seafood
8
piece
Octopus Legs
medium sized, cut into bite-sized pieces on the diagonal
Vegetables
12
piece
Spring Onions
white parts only, trimmed
300
g
Peas
fresh, pods removed

Steps

  • Heat oil in a casserole dish and fry garlic and onions until golden.
  • Add octopus and stir fry briefly before adding lemon juice, bay leaves, thyme, and peppercorns.
  • Simmer covered for approximately 2 hours until the octopus is tender.
  • Add the peas and cook uncovered for 10 minutes until juices reduce.
  • Whisk in the butter and finish with chopped fennel fronds.