Description
Indulge in the ultimate crispy marinated baby octopus recipe that is bursting with Mediterranean flavors. The tender octopus pieces are coated in a flavorful marinade and fried to perfection, creating a delightful appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 500 grams baby octopus, cleaned
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup flour or cornstarch, for coating
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add cleaned baby octopus and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Fry Octopus: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Dredge marinated octopus in flour or cornstarch, shake off excess. Fry until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra tenderness, simmer octopus in water for 20 minutes before marinating.
- Adjust chili flakes to taste preference.
- Serve as an appetizer or over a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating and Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 8 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 26 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
