How to cook Polvo/Octopus Part 1 Tia Maria's Blog

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth provides moisture and flavor without alcohol.

Clean the octopus thoroughly under cold water.

In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add bay leaves and salt.

Add the octopus to the boiling water and cook for 30-40 minutes until tender.

Remove the octopus and let it cool slightly before slicing into pieces.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Brush the octopus pieces with the marinade and let sit for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, boil the potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and set aside.

Grill the octopus for 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and crispy.

In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté sliced onion and red pepper until soft.

Add the boiled potatoes and chili flakes to the skillet, tossing to combine.

Serve the grilled octopus on a platter with the sautéed vegetables and garnish with parsley.

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