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Octopus with Potatoes and Spinach

Cultural Context

Octopus with Potatoes and Spinach, or Polvo à Lagareiro, is a beloved dish in Portugal, particularly along the coastal regions where fresh seafood is abundant. Traditionally served during family gatherings and festive occasions, it highlights the Mediterranean flavors of olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. This dish has gained popularity beyond Portugal, inspiring variations in other Mediterranean cuisines, making it a favorite for seafood lovers worldwide.

PortuguesePTmain
75 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb cooked octopus
2 cups potatoes
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth adds flavor without the alcohol.

1

Take off the stem of the parsley, roll it into a bundle, and chop it relatively fine.

2

Cut the cooked octopus into mouth-sized pieces.

3

Clean the garlic, press it, and chop it coarsely.

4

Heat plenty of olive oil in a wok pan over very high heat.

5

Add the potatoes to the hot oil and let them brown.

6

Add the octopus to the pan and allow it to brown as well.

7

Add a bit of salt to the octopus and potatoes.

8

Add the chopped garlic to the pan with a little more oil to fry it.

9

Once the garlic starts to brown, stir it around and remove it from the pan.

10

Add the chopped parsley and lemon juice to the pan, letting it fry until the spinach wilts.

11

Add a little more salt to the mixture.

12

Mix in the potatoes and octopus with the garlic and parsley.

13

Plate the dish and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcutting boardknifecolander

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishshellfish

Also Known As

Polvo à LagareiroPolvo com Batatas e Espinafres

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