Spaghetti with Charred Baby Octopus in Smoked Garlic Sauce Recipe

Spaghetti with Charred Baby Octopus in Smoked Garlic Sauce Recipe

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Tender octopus gets a smoky kiss from the grill, then joins forces with a luxurious garlic cream sauce for a decadent twist on the classic seafood pasta. It's a dish fit for a special occasion, or a way to elevate your next weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 500 g baby octopus, cleaned and halved
  • 400 g spaghetti
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 200 mL cooking cream
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Octopus
    1 Prepare Octopus

    Clean and halve baby octopus. Sear in a hot pan until golden, about 2-3 minutes each side. Set aside.

  2. Cook Pasta
    2 Cook Pasta

    Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.

  3. Make Garlic Sauce
    3 Make Garlic Sauce

    Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until golden. Add a pinch of smoked paprika, then blend with cooking cream and a splash of reserved pasta water to create a smooth sauce.

  4. Combine and Serve
    4 Combine and Serve

    Toss spaghetti with the garlic sauce, top with charred octopus, and finish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

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