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Grilled Octopus Delight

Grilled Octopus Delight

Discover the magic of Grilled Octopus Delight with tangy Nuoc Cham sauce. Perfect for summer barbecues or elegant dinners. Easy recipe awaits!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g small octopuses, cleaned and headless
  • 1 lemon Juice of one
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • a pinch kosher salt
  • a pinch black pepper
  • 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil for Nuoc Cham sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest plus the juice of one lime
  • 1 teaspoon sambal oelek red chili paste
  • 60 ml fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 60 ml fresh mint finely chopped
  • 1 large shallot finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced for Nuoc Cham sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar for Nuoc Cham sauce
  • a pinch kosher salt for Nuoc Cham sauce

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Tongs
  • Whisk
  • Sharp Knife
  • Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

  1. Blanch the octopus by boiling water and adding octopuses for 1 minute, then drain and rinse.
  2. Marinate the octopus in a resealable bag with lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, chili flakes, salt, and pepper for at least 2 hours.
  3. Grill the octopuses over high heat for about 5 minutes per side until charred.
  4. Prepare the Nuoc Cham sauce by mixing all ingredients in a bowl and whisking until smooth.
  5. Serve the grilled octopus drizzled with Nuoc Cham sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the Nuoc Cham sauce for the best flavor. The Nuoc Cham sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. When storing leftovers, keep the octopus and sauce separate to maintain freshness. Consider adding toasted sesame seeds as a finish for extra texture.
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