Octapodi Kokkinisto (Greek Octopus in Tomato Sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 lb octopus, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the octopus and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer the cooked octopus to a plate and set aside.
2. Add the onions to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic, oregano, thyme, and cinnamon and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add the white wine to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and tomato paste and stir to combine.
4. Add the cooked octopus to the skillet and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Interesting Facts

• Octapodi Kokkinisto is a traditional Greek dish that is usually served as part of the Christmas Eve dinner.
• The octopus used in this dish is usually boiled before it is cooked in the tomato sauce.
• This dish is often served with a side of Greek salad.