Greek Grilled Octopus is a delicious and popular dish in Greek cuisine, known for its smoky, tender texture and simple but flavorful seasoning. Here’s a basic recipe to make Greek Grilled Octopus:
Ingredients:
- 1 whole octopus (about 2-3 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano (preferably Greek)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Octopus:
- If using a frozen octopus, thaw it out in the fridge for 24 hours. Freezing helps tenderize the meat.
- Remove the beak (the hard part at the center of the tentacles) and any remaining ink sacs. You can ask your fishmonger to do this or do it yourself with a sharp knife.
- Rinse the octopus under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Tenderize the Octopus:
- The key to tender grilled octopus is to tenderize it before cooking. You can do this by either freezing it or using a mallet to gently pound it. If you’re not sure about the process, you can simply simmer the octopus in water before grilling.
- To simmer: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the octopus, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the octopus for about 45 minutes to 1 hour until it’s tender when pierced with a fork. Once done, remove the octopus from the water and let it cool.
- Marinate the Octopus:
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the octopus with this marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to a few hours) in the fridge.
- Grill the Octopus:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. You can also use a grill pan if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- Place the octopus on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it gets nice grill marks and is heated through.
- For extra smoky flavor, you can also finish the octopus on direct flame for a minute or two, just to get a bit of char.
- Serve:
- Once grilled, slice the tentacles into pieces and serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of additional oregano.
- You can also serve it with a side of Greek salad, roasted vegetables, or pita bread.
Enjoy the smoky, tender, and flavorful Greek Grilled Octopus!
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