xtapodi recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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xtapodi Recipe

Inspired by Krasi
Time1h 10m
Serves4

octopus souvlaki, lentil salad, Florina pepper, skordo aioli

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Ingredients

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Octopus Souvlaki

Florina Pepper

Skordo Aioli

Method

Preparing Octopus Souvlaki

1

Marinate the Octopus

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the cleaned octopus and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2

Skewer the Octopus

After marinating, cut the octopus into manageable pieces and thread onto skewers.

3

Grill the Octopus

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through.

Making Lentil Salad

4

Cook the Lentils

In a pot, bring water to a boil and add lentils. Cook for about 20-25 minutes until tender, then drain and allow to cool.

5

Combine Salad Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, diced red onion, tomato, cucumber, and chopped parsley.

6

Dress the Salad

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the salad and mix well.

Preparing Skordo Aioli

7

Mix Aioli Ingredients

In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Whisk until smooth.

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