Galician-Style Octopus or Pulpo a la Gallega is worth getting to know and mastering if you´re a true fan of this animal and, of Spain, of course. Moreover, the best version is the traditional one with nothing added, making it one of the most representative and best-known dishes in Spanish cuisine.
This recipe features ingredients such as the octopus itself, which many people regard as a super food, in addition to potatoes, paprika and olive oil. All these ingredients make up this exceptional dish, which never goes out of fashion. The result of this mixture is an intense flavor that varies in accordance with the type of paprika used. It goes without saying that if you´re a fan of cooking, you must know how to prepare this recipe.
A medium portion of between 200 g and 250 g of el Rey del Pulpo octopus.
Two bay leaves (optional).
Extra virgin olive oil.
Paprika.
Salt.
The octopus shines in its own light in this recipe.
Every weekend hundreds of villages in Galicia uphold the tradition of preparing this dish at different markets. Most people who try it are amazed by the intense, but pleasant flavour of this wonderful food.
To prepare another quick and healthy octopus recipe, try our delicious octopus in garlic sauce and take a look at the Portuguese-style baked octopus.
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