Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsCitrone Italian ChophouseGrilled Octopus Recipe

Grilled Octopus Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Grilled Octopus Ingredients

Method

Grilled Octopus Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Octopus

    Clean the octopus by rinsing it under cold water. Remove the beak and the ink sac if necessary. Boil the octopus in salted water for 45 minutes until tender. Drain and let it cool.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Octopus

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add the cooled octopus and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Grill the Octopus

    Place the marinated octopus on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and crisp.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove from the grill, chop into pieces, and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.

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