Polpi in purgatorio (lit. octopus in purgatory) is a delicious Molisan dish made with baby octopus that is slowly stewed in a delicious spicy sauce enriched with onion slices. Octopus ink gives this dish a creamy texture and typical color, while peperoncino, the spicy chili pepper, gives it an extra kick.

Polpi in purgatorio taste the best when served with toasted bread and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.