Description
A delicious grilled octopus marinated with herbs and spices, perfect for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs octopus, cleaned
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preparing the Octopus:
- Rinse the octopus thoroughly under cold water.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and simmer for about 40-60 minutes until tender.
- Remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool. Cut into tentacle sections.
- Marinating:
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the octopus to the marinade, ensuring it’s well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Grilling:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the octopus from the marinade and allow excess marinade to drip off.
- Grill the octopus for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until charred and heated through.
- Serving:
- Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice and arrange on a serving platter.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- To enhance tenderness, freeze the octopus before cooking if it’s fresh.
- For an added smoky flavor, grill over charcoal instead of gas.
- Adjust the seasoning and herbs based on personal taste preferences.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving