Grilled Octopus Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Octopus

   Rinse the octopus under cold water and remove the beak and ink sac if necessary. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the octopus, reduce heat, and simmer for about 45 minutes until tender. Remove and let cool.

2. 2

   Prepare the Fregula

   In a separate pot, cook the fregula according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   Grill the Octopus

   Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Cut the octopus into tentacle pieces. In a bowl, toss the octopus with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred.

4. 4

   Prepare the Fennel and Radicchio

   While the octopus is grilling, thinly slice the fennel and radicchio. In a bowl, mix them together with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

5. 5

   Serve

   On a plate, serve a bed of fregula topped with grilled octopus pieces. Add the fennel and radicchio salad on the side. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and garnish with chopped parsley.