Portugal
A love of cod in all its forms, but also charcoal-grilled meats and the famous pastéis de nata.
Polvo à Lagareiro: Roasted Portuguese Octopus with Garlic and Potatoes
Polvo à lagareiro is a Portuguese recipe for octopus cooked in water and then roasted in the oven with plenty of olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, parsley, and mashed potatoes called batatas a murro. The dish is often served at festive meals, especially around Christmas. After dessert, today we tackle a very common dish during…
Salada de polvo: the Portuguese octopus salad
Salada de polvo is a fresh, simple and very fragrant Portuguese octopus salad made with tender octopus, bell peppers, red onion, olive oil, vinegar and coriander. Served cold or at room temperature, it is one of those seaside recipes that rely on few ingredients, but a lot of taste. In Portugal, octopus occupies an important…