Description
Grilled Octopus Skewers with Lemon and Herbs is a delicious seafood dish that combines tender octopus with a zesty marinade, perfect for grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb octopus, cleaned and cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Chopped parsley or chili flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Boil octopus in salted water for 25–30 minutes until tender; drain and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the octopus pieces for at least 15 minutes.
- Thread octopus onto metal or wooden skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until lightly charred.
- Arrange on a plate, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with parsley or chili flakes.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Ensure the octopus is cleaned properly before cooking.
- Adjust the marinating time for more flavor if desired.
- Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg