Polvo à Lagareiro

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Portugal with Polvo à Lagareiro, a delightful octopus dish infused with garlic, paprika, and zesty lemon. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner with loved ones.

• 1 kg octopus
• 4 cloves garlic
• 100 ml olive oil
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 tsp sea salt
• 1 lemon lemon
• fresh parsley fresh parsley
• 4 medium potatoes

Method

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cleaned octopus and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.

2. 2

   Remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool slightly. Cut it into smaller pieces.

3. 3

   In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the octopus pieces to the skillet, sprinkle with paprika and sea salt, and toss to coat for about 2-3 minutes until heated through.

5. 5

   Serve the octopus hot on a plate with the boiled potatoes and lemon wedges.

6. 6

   Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.