Perfect for a romantic dinner, this simple yet flavorful dish is easy to prepare and perfect for an intimate evening.
Ingredients
- 1 Tin of Octopus in Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g potatoes
- 100 ml milk
- 30 g butter
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Pepper
- A pinch of paprika
Preparation
- Boil the Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Mash the Potatoes: Mash the potatoes with the butter, gradually adding the milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside and keep warm.
- Warm the Octopus: Open the can of octopus and drain the liquid. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the octopus and cook for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Whisk the Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Plate the Potato Parmentier: Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes onto a serving dish, creating a bed for the octopus.
- Top with Octopus: Place the warm octopus on top of the mashed potatoes.
- Drizzle with Vinaigrette: Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the octopus and potatoes.
- Garnish with Paprika: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the dish for a touch of color and added flavor.