How to cook ‘Polvo á Lagareiro’?

If you're looking to impress your family or friends with a delicious and easy-to-make dish, you can't go wrong with "Polvo á Lagareiro." This traditional Portuguese recipe is a simple yet flavorful way to prepare octopus that will have everyone asking for seconds. In this blog post, we'll go over everything you need to know to cook this dish at home.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg of octopus

• 1 kg of potatoes

• 4 cloves of garlic

• 1/2 cup of olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Begin by cleaning the octopus. Remove the head and the ink sack, then wash thoroughly. Cut the tentacles into pieces and set aside.

2. Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin slices. Place them in a baking dish and season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 30 minutes.

3. While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the octopus. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the octopus. Cook for 15 minutes or until tender.

4. In a separate pan, heat the olive oil and garlic over medium heat until the garlic is fragrant and slightly golden.

5. Add the cooked octopus to the pan with the garlic and olive oil, and fry for a few minutes until slightly crispy.

6. Remove the potatoes from the oven and place the octopus on top. Drizzle with more olive oil and garnish with parsley.

Your "Polvo á Lagareiro" is now ready to serve!

This recipe is perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. It's simple, delicious, and will transport you to the streets of Lisbon with every bite. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out!

Not in a mood to cook at home? Alternatively you can enjoy the fabulous 'Polvo á Lagareiro' at Oceano London.

Check it out at www.OceanoRestaurant.co.uk

Enjoy!

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