Gourmet Grilled Octopus
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Gourmet Grilled Octopus, where tender octopus marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, and smoked paprika is grilled to perfection. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also serves as an impressive centerpiece for summer barbecues or elegant dinner parties. Each bite transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast, making it a must-try for seafood lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh octopus
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Clean the octopus under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the octopus and marinate in the fridge for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
- Remove octopus from marinade and grill for 4-5 minutes per side until charred and tender.
- Serve on a platter with additional olive oil drizzled on top and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg