Jul 13 2026
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Spicy Marinated Baby Octopus Recipe

Time1h 15m
Serves4

Make Spicy Marinated Baby Octopus Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Marinade

Octopus

Method

Preparation of Marinade

  1. 1

    Prepare the Garlic

    Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Marinade

    In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, smoked paprika, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.

Marinating the Octopus

  1. 3

    Clean the Octopus

    Rinse the baby octopus under cold water, ensuring to remove any dirt or impurities.

  2. 4

    Marinate

    Add the cleaned baby octopus to the marinade, ensuring it is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

Cooking the Octopus

  1. 5

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

  2. 6

    Grill the Octopus

    Remove the octopus from the marinade and thread onto skewers if desired. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish

    Once grilled, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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