BBQ Grilled Octopus with Lemon-Herb Marinade

Tender grilled octopus brushed with zesty lemon-herb oil — a Mediterranean BBQ delight that’s smoky, savory, and unexpectedly delicious.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole octopus (1–1.5kg, cleaned)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 lemon (halved)
• Salt

For the marinade:

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Simmer octopus with bay leaves, lemon halves, and salt for ~45–50 min until tender.
2. Let cool slightly, then cut into large tentacle pieces.
3. Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl.
4. Brush octopus with marinade and grill over high heat until lightly charred (3–4 min per side).
5. Drizzle with extra marinade and serve with grilled lemon slices.