Galician Octopus with Paprika Potatoes

Tender octopus sliced over boiled potatoes, dressed with olive oil, sea salt and smoked paprika.

Ingredients

For 4 servings.

• 2 1/2 lb octopus, cleaned
• 1 onion, halved
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 lb potatoes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 lemon
• 4 cups mixed salad greens

Method

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil with the onion and bay leaves. Dip the octopus in and out three times, then simmer it for 50–60 minutes, until a knife slides in easily.
2. Add the whole potatoes to the pot for the last 25 minutes.
3. Slice the octopus and potatoes, arrange on a board, drizzle with the oil and sprinkle with salt and paprika.
4. Serve with lemon and a green salad.

Diets and allergens

Nutrition per serving

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