Jul 17 2026
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Grilled Octopus Recipe

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Time2h
Serves4

Grilled octopus with lemon and herbs.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Octopus

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the octopus and simmer for about 30-40 minutes until tender. Remove from the water and let cool.

  2. 2

    Make the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, chopped oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Marinate the Octopus

    Once cool, cut the octopus into tentacles and place them in the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

  4. 4

    Grill the Octopus

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated octopus tentacles for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and heated through.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove from the grill and serve hot, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

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