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20-Min Octopus & Tomato Rice

Tender octopus braised with tomatoes and garlic in a one-pan rice dish inspired by Portuguese arroz de polvo. Briny, savory, ready in 20 minutes with pre-cooked octopus.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
38g
20-Min Octopus & Tomato Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb pre-cooked octopus, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup short-grain white rice (arborio or bomba)
  • 1 can (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups fish or seafood broth
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • ½ cup white wine (dry)
  • 1 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add diced onion and cook, stirring, until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in rice and paprika, coating the grains, then add white wine and simmer 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.

  5. 5

    Stir in chopped octopus and simmer, uncovered, until rice is tender and liquid absorbs, ~12 minutes.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot, drizzling with olive oil if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch) or shallow braising pan
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons

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