Savor the flavors of the Caribbean with this delicious stewed octopus recipe.

This Caribbean stewed octopus recipe combines tender octopus with a flavorful blend of Caribbean spices and vegetables to create a dish that is both comforting and exotic. The octopus is slowly simmered until tender in a rich tomato-based stew, making it the perfect one-pot meal for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs octopus, cleaned and chopped into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 bell peppers, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup fish or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, and sauté until softened.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add chopped octopus pieces to the pot and brown on all sides.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes, fish or vegetable broth, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
6. Once the octopus is tender, adjust seasoning to taste and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
7. Serve hot over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious stew.

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