Gourmet Grilled Octopus
Gourmet Grilled Octopus is a show-stopping seafood dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. Featuring tender, smoky tentacles bursting with flavor, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests at summer barbecues or enjoying a cozy night in. With minimal effort required, you’ll create a stunning dish that leaves everyone raving about your culinary skills.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb octopus (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Clean the octopus under cold water; pat dry if fresh or ensure it's fully thawed if frozen.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and chili flakes until blended.
- Marinate the octopus in the mixture for at least 2 hours (overnight recommended).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C).
- Grill the octopus for about 4 minutes per side until charred and tender.
- Serve on a platter with any remaining marinade drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz grilled octopus
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg