Jul 14 2026
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Robata Octopus Recipe

Inspired by Kemuri
Time2h
Serves4

Make Robata Octopus Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For the Marinade

For Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Octopus

    Clean the octopus thoroughly under cold running water. Remove the beak and any internal organs if not already done by your fishmonger.

  2. 2

    Boil the Octopus

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Once boiling, add the octopus and cook for about 45-60 minutes until tender. Test doneness by poking with a fork. Drain and let cool.

Marinade

  1. 3

    Prepare Marinade

    In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and freshly grated ginger. Add the cooled octopus to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes, preferably in the refrigerator.

Grilling

  1. 4

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Skewer the Octopus

    Once marinated, cut the octopus tentacles into manageable pieces and thread them onto skewers. Brush with olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.

  3. 6

    Grill the Octopus

    Place the skewered octopus on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and heated through.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Remove from the grill and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the octopus. Garnish with chopped parsley and chili flakes before serving.

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