Maltese Octopus Soup (soppa Tal-qarnit)

Maltese Octopus Soup, also known as Soppa tal-Qarnit, is a traditional dish from the Mediterranean island of Malta. This hearty and flavorful soup is a staple in Maltese cuisine and is perfect for warming up on a chilly evening.

Maltese Octopus Soup (soppa Tal-qarnit)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg fresh octopus, cleaned and chopped
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
  • 1 liter fish or vegetable stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add the octopus to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, and bay leaf to the pot.
  4. Pour in the chopped tomatoes and stock. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the octopus is tender.
  6. Remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Maltese Octopus Soup with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to clean the octopus thoroughly before cooking to remove any remaining sand or debris.

Cost

$20