Polvo à Lagareiro – Portuguese Roasted Octopus with Garlic Potatoes
This dish features tender roasted octopus paired with garlic-infused potatoes, creating a savory Portuguese classic. Prep and cook in 60 minutes.
Polvo à Lagareiro is a flavorful dish that highlights tender octopus and aromatic garlic potatoes, showcasing Portuguese culinary tradition.
Why This Recipe Works
Tender Octopus: Boiling the octopus first ensures it becomes perfectly tender before roasting.
Flavorful Potatoes: Infusing the potatoes with garlic and olive oil enhances their taste as they roast.
Crispy Finish: Roasting at a high temperature gives the octopus and potatoes a delightful crispy texture.
Chef's Pro Tip: For best results, let the octopus marinate in olive oil and spices for at least 30 minutes before roasting.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Boil octopus in salted water for about 30 minutes until tender, then drain and let cool.
- 2
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) while the octopus cools down.
- 3
Cut the cooled octopus into pieces and toss with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Boil baby potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and toss with olive oil, garlic, and seasoning.
- 5
Arrange octopus and potatoes on a baking tray, add lemon wedges, and roast in the oven for 15 minutes.
- 6
Serve hot, garnishing with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a bright finish.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
20g
carbs
40g
fiber
5g
sodium
600mg
protein
35g
calories
450
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