Wood-Grilled Octopus And Squid Recipe

Name: Wood-Grilled Octopus And Squid
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 Spanish onion, peeled and diced; 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced; 1/2 cup carrots, peeled and diced; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 cup white wine; 1 medium cleaned octopus, about 2 to 4 pounds, preferably fresh; 3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves; 1 bay leaf; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 3/4 pound fresh cleaned squid, tentacles separated from body; 1/4 cup, plus 4 teaspoons, extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 lemon, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 Spanish onion, peeled and diced
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 cup carrots, peeled and diced
1 small can tomato paste
1 cup white wine
1 medium cleaned octopus, about 2 to 4 pounds, preferably fresh
3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3/4 pound fresh cleaned squid, tentacles separated from body
1/4 cup, plus 4 teaspoons, extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped parsley

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onion, garlic and carrots and cook until the onions are clear, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the tomato paste, wine, octopus and herbs.
4
Cover with water and simmer until the octopus is fork-tender, about 3 hours.
5
Meanwhile, run a knife along 1 side of each squid tube from the opening to the pointed end.
6
Open the flap and score each piece, without cutting through the flesh.
7
Place the squid in a bowl and toss with 1/4 cup of the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and lemon.
8
Marinate for 2 hours.
9
Remove the octopus from the liquid and let cool slightly.
10
Heat a grill, preferably using hard wood, until very hot.
11
Cut the legs off the octopus at the base of the body and discard the body.
12
Brush the legs with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, season with salt and pepper and place on the grill for a few minutes.
13
Remove the squid from the marinade and place the tentacles on the grill.
14
Add the squid bodies, laying them out flat.
15
Cook the octopus legs until charred and cook the squid just until it turns opaque.
16
Divide among 4 plates, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with parsley.

292

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 Spanish onion, peeled and diced, 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced, 1/2 cup carrots, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Wood-Grilled Octopus And Squid falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wood-Grilled Octopus And Squid

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions