Char Grilled Baby Octopus
Elevate your next seafood feast with this Char Grilled Baby Octopus recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired delight that’s bursting with smoky, zesty flavor. Tender baby octopus is marinated in a vibrant mix of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, fresh parsley, and a touch of smoked paprika and chili flakes, infusing it with bold, aromatic notes. Grilled to perfection, the octopus develops a tantalizing char while staying irresistibly tender. Ready in just 30 minutes of active prep and cook time, this easy grilled octopus dish is ideal for summer barbecues or as a show-stopping appetizer. Serve with fresh lemon wedges for a citrusy finish and let every bite transport you to sun-soaked coastal shores. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is all about simplicity, freshness, and deep, smoky flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby octopus
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Clean the baby octopus by rinsing thoroughly under cold water. Remove the beak by gently squeezing the base of the head and cutting it out with a sharp knife, if it is not already removed.
In a large bowl, prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the cleaned baby octopus to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the octopus from the marinade, letting excess marinade drip off. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
Place the octopus on the hot grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the flesh is slightly charred and tender. Brush with the reserved marinade as they cook.
Remove the grilled octopus from the heat and transfer to a serving platter.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.9 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 282 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 3310 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 79.3 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1819 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
