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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Octopus
If the octopus isn't cleaned, rinse it under cold water and remove the beak and ink sac. Pat dry.
- 2
Marinate the Octopus
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add the cleaned octopus and coat it well. Cover and let it marinate for at least 1 hour in the fridge.
Grilling
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
- 5
Prepare the Lemon and Capers
While the octopus is grilling, slice the lemons into wedges. Rinse the capers under cold water and drain.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Octopus
Once grilled, remove the octopus from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the tentacles into smaller pieces.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Arrange the octopus pieces on a serving platter. Sprinkle with capers, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with lemon wedges and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
