Grilled Octopus Recipe

Inspired by Lou Lou on Market

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Charred octopus, lemon, and olive oil.

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

Clean the Octopus

Rinse the octopus under cold water, ensuring to remove any ink sacs or debris.

Tenderize the Octopus

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the octopus and simmer for about 30-40 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.

Marinate the Octopus

In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, the juice of 1 lemon, salt, and black pepper. Cut the cooled octopus into manageable pieces and add to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Grilling

Preheat the Grill

Preheat your grill to high heat.

Grill the Octopus

Place the marinated octopus pieces on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.

Serve

Remove from the grill, drizzle with additional olive oil, squeeze the remaining lemon juice over the top, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.