Grilled Octopus with Lemon and Herb Butter

Tender octopus marinated in a zesty lemon and herb butter, then grilled to perfection. This dish is bursting with flavor and makes for an impressive main course.

Steps

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. 2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix well. 3. Season the octopus tentacle with salt and pepper. 4. Place the tentacle on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until nicely charred and cooked through. 5. Remove the grilled octopus from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. 6. Slice the octopus tentacle into bite-sized pieces. 7. Serve the grilled octopus with a dollop of the lemon and herb butter on top.

1 octopus tentacle 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste