Chargrilled Octopus with an Artichoke Salad

Octopus marinated in chilli, mint, and lemon, griddled and served with a fresh baby artichoke, fennel, and spinach salad.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 511.3 kcals 2045.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 21 grams 84.1 grams
Fat 28.1 grams 112.4 grams
Protein 44.6 grams 178.5 grams
Cook Time
130 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
zest and juice only
Liquids
NutsSeeds
3
sprigs
Thyme
fresh
2
piece
1
bulb
Garlic
cut in half horizontally
8
piece
2
tbsp
Mint
fresh, roughly chopped
2
tbsp
Parsley
fresh, roughly chopped
2
sprigs
Thyme
fresh
1
tbsp
Parsley
chopped, for garnish
OilsFats
Other
1
tsp
Honey
clear
Seafood
1
kg
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
thickly sliced
1
piece
Carrot
roughly chopped
1
stalk
Celery
roughly chopped
1
piece
Red Chilli
seeds removed and sliced
6
piece
Baby Artichokes
peeled, choke removed, sliced
1
piece
Fennel Bulb
thinly sliced, fronds reserved
1
piece
Red Chilli
thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps

  • Place octopus, thyme, onion, bay leaves, carrot, celery, garlic, and peppercorns in a saucepan and cover with water.
  • Simmer the octopus for 90 to 120 minutes until tender.
  • Discard the vegetables and allow the octopus to cool.
  • Cut the cool octopus into pieces and marinate with oil, chilli, lemon, mint, and parsley for 2 hours.
  • Heat a frying pan and cook the artichokes with thyme and stock for 6 minutes.
  • Grill the marinated octopus on a hot griddle pan for 2 minutes per side until charred.
  • Combine the cooked artichokes, fennel, rocket, and spinach in a large bowl.
  • Whisk the vinegar, honey, and olive oil together to create the dressing.
  • Toss the octopus and dressing into the salad and serve garnished with parsley and chilli.