Octopus a la Gallega, Island Creek x Mariscadora, Galicia, Spain
A collaboration between Island Creek Oysters and Mariscadora, this tin channels one of Galicia’s most iconic preparations. Tender octopus is cooked and packed in olive oil with paprika, echoing the traditional pulpo a la gallega served across northwestern Spain. It’s a straightforward, deeply savory conserva that leans on quality sourcing and precise cooking rather than heavy manipulation.
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PRODUCER: Island Creek x Mariscadora
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ORIGIN: Galicia, Spain
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FISH VARIETY: Octopus (Octopus vulgaris)
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PREPARATION: Octopus is cooked until tender, cut into pieces, and packed in olive oil with paprika and salt
- TEXTURE: Tender with a slight chew, meaty and structured
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FLAVOR PROFILE:
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Aromas: Smoked paprika, olive oil, subtle sea brine
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Palate: Savory and rich, with gentle spice and a clean oceanic character
- Finish: Lingering warmth from paprika with a rounded, oily depth
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Aromas: Smoked paprika, olive oil, subtle sea brine
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PAIRINGS:
- Albariño or Godello
- Dry Sherry or light red wines like Mencía
- Boiled potatoes, smoked paprika, or good olive oil
- Albariño or Godello
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SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Served simply over warm potatoes with extra olive oil and paprika
- Skewered with toothpicks as a classic tapas bite
- Added to a seacuterie board with olives and crusty bread
- Served simply over warm potatoes with extra olive oil and paprika
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INGREDIENTS: Octopus, Olive Oil, Paprika, Salt
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CAUGHT IN: Northeast Atlantic (Galician waters)
- Size: 4 oz (113 g)
Octopus a la Gallega, Island Creek x Mariscadora, Galicia, Spain
A collaboration between Island Creek Oysters and Mariscadora, this tin channels one of Galicia’s most iconic preparations. Tender octopus is cooked and packed in olive oil with paprika, echoing the traditional pulpo a la gallega served across northwestern Spain. It’s a straightforward, deeply savory conserva that leans on quality sourcing and precise cooking rather than heavy manipulation.
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PRODUCER: Island Creek x Mariscadora
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ORIGIN: Galicia, Spain
-
FISH VARIETY: Octopus (Octopus vulgaris)
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PREPARATION: Octopus is cooked until tender, cut into pieces, and packed in olive oil with paprika and salt
- TEXTURE: Tender with a slight chew, meaty and structured
-
FLAVOR PROFILE:
-
Aromas: Smoked paprika, olive oil, subtle sea brine
-
Palate: Savory and rich, with gentle spice and a clean oceanic character
- Finish: Lingering warmth from paprika with a rounded, oily depth
-
Aromas: Smoked paprika, olive oil, subtle sea brine
-
PAIRINGS:
- Albariño or Godello
- Dry Sherry or light red wines like Mencía
- Boiled potatoes, smoked paprika, or good olive oil
- Albariño or Godello
-
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Served simply over warm potatoes with extra olive oil and paprika
- Skewered with toothpicks as a classic tapas bite
- Added to a seacuterie board with olives and crusty bread
- Served simply over warm potatoes with extra olive oil and paprika
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INGREDIENTS: Octopus, Olive Oil, Paprika, Salt
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CAUGHT IN: Northeast Atlantic (Galician waters)
- Size: 4 oz (113 g)