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Kuzu Tandır
Hard 4 hr 17 min~560 kcal 9/10
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Polvo a Lagareiro
Tender octopus roasts with smashed potatoes and plenty of garlic olive oil in a beloved Portuguese seafood plate.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~430 kcal🇵🇹 Portuguese🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 75 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 1 h 40 min- Prep25 min
- Cooking1 h 15 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the octopus
- 1.2 kg Octopus
- 2 adet Bay leaves
- 1 adet Onion
For the potatoes
- 800 gr Small potatoes
- 1.5 tatlı kaşığı(~15 ml) Coarse salt
For the sauce
- 8 diş Garlic
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Olive oil
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
For serving
- 0.3 demet Cilantro
- 1 adet Lemon
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Instructions
- 1
Put the octopus in a pot with the onion and bay leaves, and add enough water to cover.
- 2
Boil the octopus over low heat for 45 minutes, until tender.
45 min45:00 - 3
Boil the potatoes with their skins until tender.
20 min20:00 - 4
Transfer the potatoes to a tray and press them lightly to crack them.
- 5
Cut the octopus into large pieces and place them next to the potatoes.
- 6
Slice the garlic and mix it with olive oil, coarse salt, and black pepper.
- 7
Drizzle the garlic olive oil over the octopus and potatoes.
- 8
Roast at 220°C for 18 minutes, until the edges brown, then serve with cilantro and lemon.
18 min18:00
💡 Tip: Boiling the octopus without salt keeps its texture softer; add the salt during the roasting stage.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Drizzle generously with garlic olive oil and serve with cilantro, lemon, and green salad.
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
35
g protein
30
g carbs
18
g fat
Protein 33%Carbs 28%Fat 39%
GI 35 · Low GIGL 11 · Medium GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Polvo a Lagareiro make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Polvo a Lagareiro take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 75 minutes; 100 minutes in total.Is Polvo a Lagareiro difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Polvo a Lagareiro have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 35g, carbs: 30g, fat: 18g.Which allergens does Polvo a Lagareiro contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Polvo a Lagareiro belong to?
This recipe belongs to Portuguese cuisine.How many ingredients does Polvo a Lagareiro need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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