Fish & seafood / RICETTI
Maltese octopus stew
Octopus braised with tomatoes, potatoes and olives.
◷ 110 min / 4 servings
Method
- Cut octopus into large pieces. Soften onion in oil for 8 minutes.
- Add garlic, tomato paste and octopus. Stir for 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, wine, water and bay. Cover and simmer for 50 minutes.
- Add cubed potatoes and olives. Cook another 25–30 minutes until potatoes and octopus are tender. Season.
✳ From the kitchen
Octopus cooking times vary; check tenderness with a fork.
Tradition reference
Ta’ Detta · Traditional Maltese signature dishes ↗Reference for the dish tradition. This recipe is an original home-kitchen adaptation; family versions vary. Not professionally kitchen-tested.