Grilled Mediterranean Octopus

Name: Grilled Mediterranean Octopus
Total time: 60 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 150g octopus tentacles; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 lemon (juice and zest); 1 tsp smoked paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)

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60 minTotal time

MediumDifficulty

280kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

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Tender octopus grilled to perfection and served with a zesty lemon and garlic dressing. This dish combines smoky flavors with fresh herbs for a vibrant main course.

Main Dish Mediterranean

Steps

Clean the octopus and bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Simmer the octopus for 45 minutes until tender, then drain and allow to cool.
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes in a bowl.
Cut the octopus into bite-sized pieces and toss in the marinade.
Grill the octopus for 3-4 minutes per side until slightly charred.
Remove from grill, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.