Description
This Grilled Octopus recipe delivers tender, charred octopus infused with garlic and olive oil, perfect for a flavorful seafood dish. With simple ingredients and a quick grilling process, it’s an impressive yet easy meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Octopus
- 1 large octopus (about 2–3 lbs), cleaned
Seasoning
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Garnish
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure a hot cooking surface for perfect char and tenderness.
- Dry Octopus: Pat the octopus dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture and help achieve a good sear.
- Season Octopus: Rub the octopus with olive oil, then evenly coat it with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to infuse flavors.
- Grill Octopus: Place the octopus on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until the outside is nicely charred and the meat inside is tender.
- Rest Octopus: Remove the octopus from the grill and allow it to rest for 2 minutes, letting juices redistribute for optimum flavor and texture.
- Serve: Slice the octopus into pieces and serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness and garnish.
Notes
- Cleaning the octopus properly before cooking is essential to remove any impurities.
- If your octopus is tough, consider boiling it for 45-60 minutes before grilling to tenderize.
- Use a hot grill to quickly sear and get a smoky flavor without overcooking.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor and balances the richness of olive oil and grilled seafood.
- Make sure to pat the octopus dry to avoid steaming rather than grilling it.
