POLPO ALLA GRIGLIA recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026

POLPO ALLA GRIGLIA Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Grilled tunisian octopus with chick pea salad and micro coriander caramelized lime.

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Ingredients

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Octopus

Caramelized Lime

Method

Prepare the Octopus

1

Marinate the Octopus

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the octopus and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2

Grill the Octopus

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated octopus for 4-5 minutes on each side, until charred and cooked through. Remove from grill and let rest.

Prepare the Chick Pea Salad

3

Mix the Salad

In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

Prepare the Caramelized Lime

4

Caramelize the Limes

In a skillet over medium heat, place lime halves cut side down. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cook until the sugar is melted and the limes are caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.

Serve

5

Plate the Dish

Slice the grilled octopus and serve over the chick pea salad. Top with caramelized lime halves and garnish with micro coriander.

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