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Grilled Octopus Delight

Grilled Octopus Delight

Discover the magic of Grilled Octopus Delight with tender textures and bold flavors. Perfect for seafood lovers and easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 8 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g fresh or frozen octopus cleaned
  • 60 ml olive oil for marinating the octopus
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, for marinating the octopus
  • 120 ml olive oil for lemon-herb oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried or fresh oregano finely chopped, for lemon-herb oil
  • 2 tsp fresh parsley roughly chopped
  • 1 clove garlic thinly sliced, for lemon-herb oil
  • to taste 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
  • to taste salt and black pepper to taste, for chili-herb oil
  • 1 unit lemon cut into wedges, for garnish
  • 2 cups mixed greens optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Grill or cast-iron skillet
  • Tongs
  • Bowls for marinating and mixing sauces
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Place the octopus in a large pot, cover with water, and add salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and a bay leaf.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 40–60 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove the octopus, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
  4. Place the octopus in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, add minced garlic, and marinate for 30–60 minutes.
  5. Prepare the lemon-herb oil by mixing olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, sliced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  6. Prepare the chili-herb oil by mixing olive oil, chili paste, oregano, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  7. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat after cleaning and oiling it.
  8. Grill the marinated octopus for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  9. Remove the octopus from the grill, slice into bite-sized pieces, and arrange on a platter.
  10. Drizzle the sauces over the octopus or serve them on the side, garnished with lemon wedges and mixed greens.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Use frozen octopus if fresh isn't available; it's often pre-tenderized. For a twist, substitute lemon juice with lime or orange juice. Skip the chili paste if you prefer a milder flavor, doubling up on herbs instead. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, keeping sauces separate. Reheat gently in a skillet to avoid overcooking. Avoid microwaving to maintain texture.
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