Grilled Mediterranean Octopus

Tender octopus grilled to perfection with a zesty lemon-garlic marinade, served with a fresh herb and olive oil drizzle. A flavorful main dish inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.

Steps

1. Clean the octopus tentacle thoroughly under cold water. 2. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil and simmer the octopus tentacle for 30 minutes until tender. 3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. 4. Drain the octopus and pat dry, then coat it with the marinade. 5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. 6. Grill the octopus for 3-4 minutes each side until slightly charred. 7. Remove from grill and let rest for 2 minutes. 8. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and garnish with fresh parsley. 9. Serve with olives and cherry tomatoes if desired.

1 small octopus tentacle (about 150g) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 lemon, juiced 1/4 tsp smoked paprika Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish Optional: a few olives and cherry tomatoes for serving