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Recipe

Barbecued chilli octopus

Use fresh or frozen octopus for this stunning chilli and lemon combo.

2014年5月29日2:00pm
  • 20 mins preparation
  • 10 mins cooking
  • Serves 6
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Ingredients

Barbecued chilli octopus
  • 1 kilogram baby octopus, cleaned, quartered
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 1 long red chilli, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated
  • lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander, plus extra to serve
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • lemon wedges and crusty bread, to serve

Method

Barbecued chilli octopus
  • 1
    Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add octopus and bring back to the boil for one minute, then drain well.
  • 2
    Transfer octopus to a large bowl. Add oil, garlic, chilli and zest, tossing well.
  • 3
    Preheat a char-grill or barbecue plate on high. Cook octopus for 2-3 minutes, until just cooked through and tender.
  • 4
    Transfer octopus to a large serving bowl. Toss with coriander and juice. Top with extra coriander leaves to serve, if desired. Serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

Notes

Overcooking octopus causes it to become tough and chewy.

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