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Octopus Galician Style

Delicious Octopus Galician Style Recipe You Can Make at Home

Discover the delightful flavors of Octopus Galician Style, a traditional dish that’s sure to impress your guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh or frozen octopus
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the octopus and cook for 30-40 minutes until tender.
  2. Remove from water and let it cool slightly. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a bowl, toss octopus with olive oil, smoked paprika, and sea salt until well coated.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear octopus pieces for about 2 minutes on each side.
  5. Serve on a platter, drizzled with lemon juice and garnished with extra paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15g

Notes

This dish can be customized with fresh herbs or chili flakes for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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