Sep 24 2026
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Pulpo Tatemado Recipe

Inspired by Ballast Point Brewing
Time2h
Serves4

Tamarindo glazed octopus, passion fruit salsa, compressed radish, fried plantain

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Ingredients

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Octopus

Passion Fruit Salsa

Compressed Radish

Fried Plantain

Method

Octopus Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Octopus

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and simmer for about 45 minutes until tender. Remove and let cool.

  2. 2

    Glaze the Octopus

    Mix tamarind paste, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture over the cooled octopus.

  3. 3

    Grill the Octopus

    Preheat a grill to medium-high. Grill the octopus for about 5-7 minutes on each side until charred. Slice into pieces.

Passion Fruit Salsa

  1. 4

    Prepare Salsa

    In a bowl, mix passion fruit pulp, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and minced jalapeño. Season with salt to taste.

Compressed Radish

  1. 5

    Compress Radish

    Thinly slice radishes and place them in a bowl. Combine rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt; pour over radishes. Let sit for 15 minutes.

Fried Plantain

  1. 6

    Fry Plantains

    Peel and slice plantains diagonally. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry plantain slices until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

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