For the Octopus

• 1 medium octopus (≈1–1.2 kg), cleaned
• 1 onion, halved
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 lemon, halved
• 1 Tbsp olive oil (for finishing)
• Salt & pepper

For the Smoked Paprika Purée

• 2 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled & deseeded
• 1 medium potato, peeled & cubed
• 1 garlic clove, roasted
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (sweet or hot, to taste)
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper

For the Chickpea Crisp

• 100 g chickpea flour (gram flour)
• 150 ml water
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• Pinch of cumin or smoked paprika
• Salt

Optional Garnish

• Micro herbs (parsley, coriander, or chervil)
• Lemon zest or aioli dots