Posted on in Seafood Recipes

Gorete's Yum Portuguese Roasted Octopus Recipe

Gorete's yum Portuguese roasted octopus recipe (receita de polvo assado), with wine and spices it's easy to prepare, enjoy.
4 out of 5 with 3 ratings
Views: 8208
Gorete's Yum Portuguese Roasted Octopus Recipe

Preparation time 20 min
Cooking Time3 h
Ready In3 h 20 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings6

Ingredients

One large 2 kg (about 4 lbs) octopus2 onions, finely chopped5 garlic cloves, minced2 and 1⁄2 cups of red wine or more1⁄4 cup of olive oil2 teaspoons of hot sauce (or to taste)1 teaspoon of cumin2 teaspoons of paprika1⁄2 teaspoon of black pepper1 teaspoon of garlic powder8 potatoes, peeled1⁄2 cup of water, if neededSalt (to taste)
One large 2 kg (about 4 lbs) octopus2 onions, finely chopped5 garlic cloves, minced2 and 1⁄2 cups of red wine or more1⁄4 cup of olive oil2 teaspoons of hot sauce (or to taste)1 teaspoon of cumin2 teaspoons of paprika1⁄2 teaspoon of black pepper1 teaspoon of garlic powder8 potatoes, peeled1⁄2 cup of water, if neededSalt (to taste)
Get Portuguese ingredients

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F or 205°C.
  2. Combine all of the spices, onions, garlic, oil and wine in a large roasting pan with a lid (except the salt).
  3. Cut up the octopus tentacles into large 3 inch pieces, removing any excess skin.
  4. Separate the skin from the head by pulling it apart, then cut into large pieces. (Make sure you remove the mouth & bone from the head).
  5. Wash thoroughly, then add to the roasting pan.
  6. Roast uncovered for approximately 1 hour. 
  7. Cover then roast for another hour.
  8. Cut the potatoes into either quarters or eights, depending on the size of the potatoes (if you're a big potato fan, you can definitely add more of them).
  9. When the octopus is tender, add the potatoes and cook for another hour, or so.
  10. If the sauce is drying, you can add either more wine or some water.
  11. The cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the octopus (adjust the time accordingly), the octopus will shrink significantly.
  12. Taste the potatoes, then add more salt if needed, or more spices if desired.
  13. Taste the potatoes before adding any salt because the raw octopus has a lot of salt.

Recipe & Photo Credit: Chef Gorete

Recommended Recipes
Portuguese Shrimp with Garlic and Whiskey Recipe
Portuguese Shrimp with Garlic and Whiskey Recipe

This Portuguese shrimp with garlic and whiskey recipe is simple to make and very delicious.

Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings4
Delicious Portuguese Salmon Pate (Patê de Salmão) Recipe
Delicious Portuguese Salmon Pate (Patê de Salmão) Recipe

Serve this delicious Portuguese salmon pate (patê de salmão delicioso), on crusty bread slices, toast or crackers.

Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings8
Irresistible Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe
Irresistible Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible creamy coconut shrimp recipe, bursting with rich flavors, velvety coconut sauce, and tender shrimp for a tropical delight.

Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings4

Comments
There are no comments for this recipe.
captcha