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Grilled Octopus

Grilled Octopus

Cost $25, save $15

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  • 90 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $25

INGREDIENTS

  • Seasoning

    • 🧂 2 tablespoons kosher salt
    • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns

  • Seafood

    • 🐙 3 ½ pounds octopus, head and beak removed

  • Cooking

    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 🍋 ½ medium lemon

  • Garnishing

    • ½ tablespoon minced fresh parsley

STEPS

1

Fill a large pot halfway with water. Add kosher salt and peppercorns, then bring to a boil over high heat.

2

Place octopus on a cutting board and tenderize using a wooden spoon or mallet. Start at the middle and work down each tentacle.

3

Dip the tentacles into boiling water 3 times, holding them in for 2-3 seconds each time, until the tentacles curl up.

4

Completely submerge the octopus in boiling water, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until fork-tender (about 45-60 minutes).

5

Allow the cooked octopus to rest and cool for about 30 minutes.

6

Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

7

Grill the octopus until charred on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

8

Remove the octopus, slice into pieces, drizzle with olive oil, squeeze lemon juice over, sprinkle parsley, and season with salt and pepper.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

384

Calories

  • 62
    Protein
  • 11
    Carbs
  • 9
    Fats

💡 Tenderizing the octopus ensures it won't be rubbery when cooked.Using a wine cork during boiling is a traditional technique believed to help tenderize the octopus.Resting the octopus after boiling allows the flavors to develop before grilling.You can add additional spices or herbs like smoked paprika or chili flakes for extra flavor.