Polpo Alla Griglia

Ingredients

Octopus

2 pounds, cleaned

Olive oil

1/4 cup, plus more for drizzling

Lemon

2, juiced and zested

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Fresh parsley

1/4 cup, chopped

Salt

1 teaspoon, to taste

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it's well-oiled to prevent sticking.
2. Rinse the octopus under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
4. Add the cleaned octopus to the marinade, ensuring it is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
5. Place the marinated octopus on the grill and cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally. The octopus is ready when it is charred and tender.
6. Remove the octopus from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
7. Cut the octopus into bite-sized pieces and drizzle with the remaining olive oil and any leftover marinade.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving for an added touch of freshness.