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Grilled Octopus Delight

Grilled Octopus Delight

Discover the secrets to creating a mouthwatering Grilled Octopus Delight. Perfectly tender, flavorful, and easy to make for any occasion. Dive into this Mediterranean-inspired dish today!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g fresh or frozen cleaned octopus
  • 60 ml olive oil (for marinating)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for marinating)
  • 120 ml olive oil (for lemon-herb oil)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried or fresh oregano, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced (for lemon-herb oil)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (for lemon-herb oil)
  • 120 ml olive oil (for chili-herb oil)
  • 2 tsp chili paste (like Sambal oelek)
  • 1 tsp dried or fresh oregano, finely chopped (for chili-herb oil)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (for chili-herb oil)
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges (for garnish)
  • 2 cups optional green leaves (e.g., arugula) (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot with lid
  • Grill or grill pan
  • Tongs
  • Bowls for marinating
  • Whisk or spoon for mixing oils

Method
 

  1. Boil the octopus in a large pot with water, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and a bay leaf for 40 - 60 minutes until tender.
  2. Remove the octopus from the pot, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
  3. Marinate the octopus in a bowl with olive oil and minced garlic for 30 - 60 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Prepare the lemon-herb oil by combining olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, sliced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  5. Prepare the chili-herb oil by whisking together olive oil, chili paste, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Preheat the grill to medium-high and oil it to prevent sticking.
  7. Grill the marinated octopus for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly charred.
  8. Remove the octopus from the grill, slice into bite-sized pieces, and serve with the prepared oils and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. If no octopus is available, squid makes a great substitute. You can experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary for unique flavor profiles. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and gently reheat to maintain texture. Enjoy this dish hot off the grill for optimal flavor and texture!
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