Description
Grilled Octopus with Lemon and Herbs
Ingredients:
2 lbs octopus, cleaned
1 lemon, sliced into wedges
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and cook the octopus for 40-50 minutes until tender. Remove from water and let it cool slightly.
2. Cut the octopus into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss the octopus pieces in the marinade until well coated.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the octopus pieces for 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly charred.
5. Transfer the grilled octopus to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
6. Enjoy this flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish!
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