Here’s a delightful recipe for Greek-style grilled octopus, a classic dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. This preparation combines tender octopus with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, capturing the essence of Greek coastal cuisine.
🇬🇷 Greek-Style Grilled Octopus
🧂 Ingredients
- For the Octopus:
- 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) fresh or frozen octopus, thawed if frozen
- 2 thick lemon slices
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus extra for grilling)
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried Greek oregano
- ½ lemon, for serving
- For the Marinade:
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried Greek oregano
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Freshly cracked black pepper and salt, to taste
🔪 Instructions
- Prepare the Octopus:
- In a large pot, combine the octopus, lemon slices, red wine vinegar, and enough water to cover the octopus partially.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 40–50 minutes until the octopus is tender. The skin should remain firm, and the meat should be easily pierced with a knife.
- Remove the octopus from the pot and let it cool to room temperature.
- Marinate:
- Once cooled, separate the tentacles and discard the central part containing the beak. Slice open the head, remove any remaining innards, and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place the octopus pieces into the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Grill:
- Preheat your grill to high heat. Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Remove the octopus from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
- Grill the octopus for 10–12 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes, until slightly charred and the skin feels firm to the touch.
- Serve:
- Transfer the grilled octopus to a serving plate. Drizzle with additional lemon juice and sprinkle with dried oregano.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pair this dish with a crisp white wine, such as Assyrtiko, or a refreshing glass of ouzo. Serve alongside a Greek salad, tzatziki, or grilled vegetables to complete the meal.
Enjoy your Greek-style grilled octopus, a dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your home!
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