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Galician Octopus

Tender octopus and potatoes tossed with olive oil, paprika, and garlic, finished with pickled peppers for a bright, savory Spanish-style dish.

Total time
50 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
25g
Galician Octopus
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb octopus
  • 1 lb potatoes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup pickled peppers
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 1.5 lb octopus and simmer gently until tender, about 40 minutes; a knife should slide in easily.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, peel and slice the 1 lb potatoes into 1/2 inch rounds. Boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes; drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Once octopus is tender, remove from water and let cool slightly. Slice into 1/2 inch pieces.

  4. 4

    In a large skillet, heat 3 tbsp olive oil over medium. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, without browning.

  5. 5

    Add the sliced octopus and potatoes to the skillet. Sprinkle with 1 tsp paprika and 1 tsp salt. Toss gently to coat and heat through, about 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped pickled peppers and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

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