Are you a Greek food lover and looking for a delicious and flavorful seafood dish from Greek cuisine? I’m here to reveal my favourite Greek Grilled Octopus Recipe which is one of the famous dishes from Greek cuisine.
It is a combination of tender meat with a smoky taste. It is made with very simple ingredients and it does not need to follow a complex list of steps to prepare. Despite this, it tastes very delicious and flavourful.
What Makes This Recipe So Delicious
Tender and Flavorful: When cooked properly, it becomes very tender and when grilled, it absorbs a unique and smoky flavour that adds immensely to its flavour. This combination of smokiness and tenderness introduces a dish that offers a delightful balance of delicious flavours.
Unique Seafood Flavor: Octopus has its own unique flavour based on its sweetness which is enhanced immensely when grilled. This combination of natural flavours is truly amazing.
Easy To Make: They are easy to make does not require complex ingredients. All the ingredients are easily available in your kitchen pantry. With a little time and simple ingredients, you will have a mouthwatering dish on your dinner table.
Ingredients To Make Greek Grilled Octopus
8 octopus tentacles (cooked)
Extra virgin olive oil = 1/2 cup
Red wine vinegar = 1/4 cup
Garlic cloves (minced) = 4
Fresh lemon juice (plus grilled lemons for serving) = 1 tablespoon
Fresh parsley (diced) = 2 tablespoons
Oregano (dried) = 2 teaspoon
Sea salt = 1 teaspoon
Black pepper = 1/2 teaspoon
Red chili flakes = 1/2 teaspoon
Step By Step Instructions To Make Greek Grilled Octopus
Step 1
Combine all the ingredients to make herb vinaigrette. Adjust the seasoning according to your preferences. Place aside.
Step 2
Add olive oil over the cooked octopus tentacles and then seasoned with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high. Place tentacles on the grill and cook the octopus on the grill for about 3-5 minutes or until the edges of the tentacles are slightly burnt and they are heated all the way through.
Step 4
Transfer the grilled tentacles to a dish and drizzle herb vinaigrette over the grilled tentacles. Serve and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grill octopus?
The cooking time for an octopus is determined by its size and tenderness. A normal octopus typically takes 3-10 minutes to grill until the tentacles are slightly charred around the edges and cooked all the way through. I am hot.
Can I use frozen octopus for this recipe?
Yes, you can. Just make sure that the octopus is completely thawed before marinating and grilling.
Is Greek Grilled Octopus a healthy dish?
Yes, it is a healthy seafood dish. It is low in calories. It is rich in lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids which are essential for our health and fulfil our daily protein deficiency.
Can I prepare Greek Grilled Octopus ahead of time?
Yes, You can marinate it in advance and keep it in the fridge to save time. Whenever you want to grill it, take it out of the fridge and let it come to room temperature before grilling.
In Closing
I hope you enjoyed a lot this recipe for Greek Grilled Octopus. It is a wonderful combination of flavourful marinade, tender meat, easy cook and unique seafood taste. Besides taste, it is also rich in nutrition such as omega-3 fatty acids, protein etc. if you have any questions about this recipe, please leave a comment below. Thanks for reading!
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Greek Grilled Octopus Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 Octopus tentacles (cooked)
- 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup Red wine vinegar
- 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice (plus grilled lemons for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (diced)
- 2 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Red chili flakes
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients to make herb vinaigrette. Adjust the seasoning according to your preferences. Place aside.
- Add olive oil over the cooked octopus tentacles and then seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high. Place tentacles on the grill and cook the octopus on the grill for about 3-5 minutes or until the edges of the tentacles are slightly burnt and they are heated all the way through.
- Transfer the grilled tentacles to a dish and drizzle herb vinaigrette over the grilled tentacles. Serve and enjoy!
