Description
This Octopus à la Plancha with Paprika Oil is a stunning seafood dish that brings out the natural flavors of fresh octopus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 octopus, cleaned
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, smoked paprika, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the octopus in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the octopus for about 3-4 minutes on each side until it is nicely charred.
- Remove from grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into pieces.
- Serve with a drizzle of extra marinade and lemon wedges.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh octopus if available.
- Ensure the grill is hot before placing the octopus to get good sear marks.
- This dish pairs well with a light salad or grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg