Char Grilled Baby Octopus

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 0
Grilled baby octopus marinated in balsamic vinegar and olive oil
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 kg baby octopus ( uncooked )
1 liter vegetable stock
300 ml white wine
1 lemon , juice of
250 ml virgin olive oil
100 ml balsamic vinegar
50 ml white wine
50 ml lemon juice
3 garlic cloves , crushed
fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
220
Sugar
3g
Fat
12g
Char-grilled baby octopus is a classic Mediterranean dish that is typically served as an appetizer or main course. Its tender meat and rich flavor make it an ideal complement to a variety of vegetables, salads, and sauces. Because it is relatively easy to prepare, it is an excellent dish for novice cooks looking to impress their friends and family with an impressive and delicious meal.

Instructions

1.Clean the baby octopus by removing the eyes, ink, beaks and viscera.
2.In a pot, bring the vegetable stock and the white wine to boil. Add the baby octopus and cook for 5 minutes.
3.Mix the virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, white wine, lemon juice, and crushed garlic together, add fresh ground black pepper.
4.Remove the baby octopus from the pot and put them into the marinade. Let it rest in a fridge for 5-6 hours.
5.Heat up the grill. Grill the baby octopus for about 2 minutes on each side until a charred crust forms.

PROS

Grilled baby octopus is a delicious and visually stunning seafood dish that is packed with protein and flavor, it is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins and minerals such as iron and copper.

CONS

One of the few drawbacks of grilled baby octopus is that it can be challenging to find fresh baby octopus, and it can be expensive compared to other types of seafood.

Moreover, there is a slight risk of overcooking and making the meat tough and rubbery.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baby octopus is low in calories and high in protein, making it an excellent choice for people on a high-protein or low-calorie diet. It is also considered a superfood because it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to a variety of health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease.

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