Spanish Braised Octopus In Paprika Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by cleaning the octopus thoroughly, removing the beak and eyes.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the octopus. Cook for about 1 hour or until tender.
• STEP 3.While the octopus is cooking, prepare the paprika sauce. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add paprika, tomato paste, and a pinch of salt to the pan. Stir well to combine.
• STEP 5.Once the octopus is tender, remove it from the pot and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
• STEP 6.Add the octopus to the pan with the paprika sauce and simmer for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• STEP 7.Serve the Spanish Braised Octopus in Paprika Sauce hot, garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by crusty bread or potatoes.
• STEP 8.Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• To ensure tender octopus, you can add a wine cork or a bay leaf to the cooking water.
• If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
• For a more intense flavor, marinate the octopus in the paprika sauce overnight before cooking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Spanish Braised Octopus in Paprika Sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, gently warm the octopus and sauce in a pan over low heat, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent drying out.
• Serve the reheated octopus with fresh parsley and crusty bread for a delicious leftover meal.