Grilled Octopus Recipe
This Grilled Octopus recipe is a celebration of flavors and textures, offering a tender yet slightly chewy bite with a hint of smokiness from the grill. The marinade, featuring garlic, lemon, and oregano, enhances the natural sweetness of the octopus while adding a refreshing tang. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or looking to try something new, this dish promises to deliver a memorable dining experience that's both satisfying and adventurous.
Equipment
- Grill
- Tongs
- Basting Brush
- Large pot
- Small Bowl
- Lemon squeezer
Ingredients
- 1 whole octopus cleaned (about 2-3 pounds)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 lemons juiced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil. Add the octopus and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 45-60 minutes, or until the octopus is tender. Drain and let it cool.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the octopus with the olive oil mixture.
- Grill the octopus for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until it is charred and has grill marks.
- Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the octopus into serving pieces.
- Serve the grilled octopus with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can change the ingredients in the marinade to fit your taste. You can add more garlic or herbs like thyme or rosemary to make it taste better.
- You can cover the octopus with aluminum foil while cooking if you'd like to help it stay moist.
- If you want to go with grilled octopus, you could have roasted veggies, a fresh salad, or crusty bread.
- If you want to go with grilled octopus, you could have roasted veggies, a fresh salad, or crusty bread.