Greek cuisine · Fish & Seafood

Oktapodi sti Skara

Grilled octopus with olive oil, oregano and lemon – seaside taverna food.

Ingredients · for 4 servings

• 1 octopus (approx. 1.5 kg)
• 1 onion
• 2 bay leaves
• 150 ml olive oil
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 tsp oregano
• 2 lemons
• Coarse sea salt
• Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the octopus with the onion and bay leaves, covered and without water, for 50 minutes in its own juices.
2. Let it cool and separate the tentacles.
3. Marinate for 30 minutes in olive oil, vinegar and oregano.
4. Grill for 3 minutes per side over very high heat until charred marks appear.
5. Serve with lemon, coarse salt and olive oil.