Grilled Mediterranean Octopus

Tender octopus grilled to perfection and served with a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, complemented by fresh herbs and a touch of olive oil. A flavorful and healthy main dish inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.

Steps

1. Clean the octopus tentacle thoroughly under cold water. 2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and simmer the octopus for 45 minutes until tender. 3. Drain and pat dry the octopus. 4. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. 5. Marinate the cooked octopus in this mixture for 15 minutes. 6. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. 7. Grill the octopus for 3-4 minutes per side until slightly charred and fragrant. 8. Remove from grill, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

1 small octopus tentacle (about 150g) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 lemon (juice and zest) 1 tsp dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish