Jul 13 2026
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Grilled Octopus Recipe

Inspired by Daryâ
Time1h 30m
Serves4

shawarma spice, donair sauce, tomato ezme

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Ingredients

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Grilled Octopus

Donair Sauce

Tomato Ezme

Method

Preparation of Grilled Octopus

  1. 1

    Clean the Octopus

    Start by cleaning the octopus under cold running water. Remove the beak and insides if not already done.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Octopus

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, shawarma spice, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Coat the octopus with this marinade and let it sit for at least 1 hour.

  3. 3

    Grill the Octopus

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the octopus for about 4-5 minutes on each side until charred and tender.

Preparation of Donair Sauce

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, garlic powder, white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate until needed.

Preparation of Tomato Ezme

  1. 5

    Chop and Mix

    Dice the tomatoes, red bell pepper, and onion. Finely chop the parsley. In a bowl, combine all ingredients, including olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.

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