Pulpo Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Octopus

   Clean the octopus thoroughly under cold running water. Remove the beak, eyes, and any internal organs. If necessary, tenderize the octopus by freezing it overnight or gently beating it.

2. 2

   Boil the Octopus

   Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add salt. Once boiling, add the octopus and reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 45 minutes or until tender. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.

3. 3

   Prepare the Garlic and Paprika Oil

   In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and paprika, sautéing until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Do not burn the garlic.

4. 4

   Grill the Octopus

   Once the octopus is tender, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Grill the octopus for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and slightly crispy.

5. 5

   Serve

   Slice the grilled octopus into pieces. Drizzle the garlic and paprika oil over the octopus. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.