Grilled Octopus Recipe
Grilled octopus over sauteed broccoli rabe.
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Ingredients
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For the Grilled Octopus
For the Sautéed Broccoli Rabe
Method
For the Grilled Octopus
- 1
Prepare the Octopus
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the octopus and boil for about 30-40 minutes until tender. Remove from water and let cool.
- 2
Marinate the Octopus
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Once the octopus has cooled, cut it into manageable pieces and add it to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight in the refrigerator.
- 3
Grill the Octopus
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the octopus from the marinade and grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side until charred and crispy. Remove from the grill and chop into smaller pieces. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
For the Sautéed Broccoli Rabe
- 4
Prepare the Broccoli Rabe
Wash the broccoli rabe thoroughly and trim off any tough stems.
- 5
Sauté the Broccoli Rabe
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the broccoli rabe and red pepper flakes, tossing to coat. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Season with salt to taste.