How To Prepare And Cook Octopus.Galician Stlye Octopus.

Rinse the octopus under cold water.

Leave the skin on if desired.

In a large pot, add the octopus, 1 whole onion, and 1 whole head of garlic cut in half.

Fill the pot with water and bring to a boil.

Simmer for 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, add the potatoes to the pot.

Continue simmering for a total of 50 minutes.

Check the octopus for tenderness with the tip of a knife.

Slice the potatoes into bite-sized chunks.

Dress the octopus and potatoes with olive oil.

Sprinkle with sea salt and smoked paprika.

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