Chili Garlic Baby Octopus

Name: Chili Garlic Baby Octopus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 500 g baby octopus (about 1 pound); 1 lemon, juiced; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 small red chili, finely diced (you can remove the seeds to be less chili heat); 2 garlic cloves, crushed

⏱ 20 mins 🍽 4 serving(s) 🏷 Octopus

This simple recipe for baby octopus features a zesty marinade of fresh lemon juice, zest, crushed garlic, and finely diced red chilli. After marinating for at least 20 minutes, the octopus is quickly grilled until just cooked through, ensuring it remains tender. It's a fast and impressive seafood option, perfect for a light meal or starter.

Ingredients

500 g baby octopus (about 1 pound)
1 lemon, juiced
1 lemon, zest of
1 small red chili, finely diced (you can remove the seeds to be less chili heat)
2 garlic cloves, crushed

Method

Place all the ingredients into a large mixing bowl and stir them together thoroughly. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
Transfer the marinated octopus to a grill plate that has been pre-heated. Cook until the octopus is done all the way through.
Ensure you do not overcook the octopus, as this will cause it to become tough.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium800 mg

Recipe details

CategoryOctopus

AuthorJubes