Grilled Octopus Recipe

Inspired by Marrow

Time2h

Serves2

Served with garlic and lemon

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Octopus
Rinse the octopus under cold water, removing any beak or innards. Pat dry with paper towels.
2
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the mixture and stir well.
3
Marinate the Octopus
Place the cleaned octopus in the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 4 hours for more flavor).

4
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 200°C or 400°F).
5
Grill the Octopus
Remove the octopus from the marinade and shake off excess. Grill on each side for about 3-4 minutes until charred and tender.
6
Finish with Lemon
Once grilled, remove the octopus from the grill and squeeze the juice of the remaining lemon over it. Let it rest for a few minutes.
7
Garnish and Serve
Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle over the grilled octopus before serving. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.