Octopus Recipe
Grilled octopus served with a flavorful sauce.
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Ingredients
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Octopus
Sauce
Method
Preparation of Octopus
- 1
Clean the Octopus
Rinse the octopus under cold water to remove any impurities. Remove the beak and innards if not already done by your fishmonger.
- 2
Tenderize the Octopus
Using a meat mallet, gently pound the octopus to tenderize the flesh. This helps to achieve a more tender texture after grilling.
- 3
Grilling the Octopus
- 4
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Grill the Octopus
Place the octopus on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is charred and cooked through. Baste with remaining marinade while grilling.
- 6
Rest the Octopus
Once grilled, remove the octopus from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Preparation of Sauce
- 7
Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, chopped parsley, minced garlic, paprika, and chili flakes. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Dish
Slice the grilled octopus into bite-sized pieces and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle the prepared sauce over the top and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve warm.
