Classic Pulpo Gallego (Galician Octopus Tapa) Recipe

Name: Classic Pulpo Gallego (Galician Octopus Tapa) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2-pound; 1kg) whole octopus, rinsed well (including inside head cavity); 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and halved (optional); 3 medium cloves garlic (optional); Kosher salt (see note); Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling; Pimentón dulce (sweet smoked Spanish paprika), to taste (see note)

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

30m

Total Time

40m

This classic Pulpo Gallego (Galician Octopus Tapa) recipe features tender whole octopus seasoned with kosher salt, drizzled with olive oil, and finished with a sprinkle of pimentón dulce. The optional addition of onion and garlic adds extra flavor to this traditional Spanish dish. A true delight for seafood lovers.