Jul 14 2026

Pulpo Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

Octopus in an adobo marinade

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Octopus

    Clean and prepare the octopus for cooking.

  2. 2

    Cook the Octopus

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and cook for about 30-40 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let cool.

  3. 3

    Make the Adobo Marinade

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a smooth marinade.

  4. 4

    Add Vinegar and Lemon

    Stir in the red wine vinegar and lemon juice into the marinade, mixing until well combined.

  5. 5

    Marinate the Octopus

    Once the octopus is cool, cut it into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  6. 6

    Serve

    After marinating, remove the octopus from the refrigerator. Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

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