Grilled Octopus with Lemon Herb Marinade

Experience the delicate flavors of grilled octopus, perfectly marinated in a zesty lemon herb dressing. This dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor, making it a delightful main course for seafood lovers.

Main Dish
Medium 60 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Begin by boiling the octopus in salted water for about 30 minutes until tender. Remove and let cool slightly. 2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. 3. Cut the tentacles into smaller pieces and add them to the marinade, coating well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes. 4. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and grill the marinated octopus for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred. 5. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Ingredients

200g octopus, cleaned and prepped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lemon, juiced and zested 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges for serving

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