Charred Mediterranean Octopus Recipe
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Ingredients
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Octopus Preparation
Charring Marinade
Garnish
Method
Octopus Preparation
- 1
Boil the Octopus
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil. Add the bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt.
- 2
Cook the Octopus
Gently place the cleaned octopus into the boiling water. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for approximately 40-50 minutes until the octopus is tender. You can test tenderness by piercing it with a fork.
- 3
Cool the Octopus
Once cooked, remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool slightly. Reserve some of the cooking liquid for later use if desired.
Charring Marinade
- 4
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped oregano, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to create a marinade.
- 5
Marinate the Octopus
Cut the cooled octopus into manageable pieces (arms and head). Toss the pieces in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes; longer for more flavor.
Charring
Serving
- 8
Plate and Garnish
Remove the octopus from the grill and place on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
