Güeyumar Grilled Octopus in Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Spanish Conserva 90g

Güeyumar brings the smoky char of Spanish wood-fired grills into a glass jar. This Galician octopus is grilled over open flame, then preserved in estate extra virgin olive oil — a technique that locks in the tender texture and subtle char without overpowering the sea's natural sweetness. At 90 grams, it's a considered portion: enough to anchor a tapa or enliven a composed salad, yet restrained enough to let each tender tentacle speak for itself.

About this product

The octopus comes from the cold Atlantic waters off Galicia, where the species has long been prized for its delicate meat. Grilling before preservation — rather than steaming or boiling — gives this conserva its distinctive smoky finish and firm bite. The oil is Spanish extra virgin, ensuring no competing flavors mask the craft of preparation.

How to enjoy

• Serve chilled or at room temperature on toasted bread with a squeeze of lemon.
• Shred into a warm potato salad with Galician oil and sea salt.
• Pair with a crisp Albariño as a light first course.
• Toss through warm white beans and finish with aged sherry vinegar.
• Top a slice of tomato and fresh cheese for a composed tapa.

Product details

• Net weight: 90g
• Origin: Galicia, Spain
• Brand: Güeyumar
• EAN: 8437018169283
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening.

⭐ Why we love this

Güeyumar's grilled octopus captures the essence of *pulpo a la gallega* — Galicia's most iconic seafood preparation — but elevated into a shelf-stable conserva that preserves the char and tenderness that casual boiling can never achieve. This is authentic Spanish technique bottled: the wood-fired grill imparts complexity while the extra virgin oil keeps each bite silky and refined.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Serve alongside a chilled Albariño from Rías Baixas — the wine's crisp acidity and coastal minerality echo the octopus's briny sweetness perfectly. For a traditional Spanish moment, enjoy it as a tapa with a glass of Fino sherry and crusty bread to soak up the precious oil.

📍 From Spain

Sourced from Galicia's Atlantic coast, where octopus fishing and preparation are woven into centuries of culinary tradition. Güeyumar honors this heritage by grilling rather than steaming, a technique that reflects the region's deep connection to wood-fired coastal cooking and artisanal seafood preservation.