Grilled Octopus

Name: Grilled Octopus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 octopus, whole; Bay leaf; 1 onion, chopped; 10 smashed garlic cloves; Peppercorns; Lemons x 3; Seasonings; Parsley garnish; olive oil

4 steps

Prep:10minCook:45min

The best way to cook an octopus so it isn't super rubbery!

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 21:09:49 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1438.8 kcal (72%)

Total Fat30.1 g (43%)

Carbs62.1 g (24%)

Sugars7.1 g (8%)

Protein221.4 g (443%)

Sodium4241 mg (212%)

Fiber5.8 g (21%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

1 servings

Instructions

Step 1

In a pot of water, add a liberal amount of salt, 1 bay leaf, the onion, garlic cloves, handful of peppercorns, and the juice of 3 lemons plus rind of one. Bring up to a gentle simmer and add the octopus. Simmer for 30-45 minutes. You will know it is done when it is fork tender and no longer rubbery. Remove and cool in the fridge for 10-15 minutes. Discard pot of water.

Step 2

Butcher the octopus, first remove the purple gummy layer by rubbing gently with a paper towel. Then cut off the tentacles. Add to a bowl and coat with olive oil, salt and pepper.

Step 3

Prepare grill or grill pan by turning to medium high heat and coating with oil. Once heated sear the octopus on both sides, just enough to get a char and remove.

Step 4

Serve with sauce, or fresh lemon and parsley and enjoy!

View on kellyscleankitchen.com

↑Support creators by visiting their site 😊