THE ZESTY REEF-CRUSH

(Our Play on Greek Grilled Octopus)

THE ZESTY REEF-CRUSH

Ingredients: 500g Cooked Octopus (tentacles), 1 tsp Dried Oregano, 1 tsp Chili flakes, 60ml Extra virgin olive oil, 1 Lemon (juiced), Fresh Parsley, Capers...

Ingredients

  • 500g Cooked Octopus (tentacles)
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Chili flakes
  • 60ml Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Lemon (juiced)
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Capers

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Grill octopus tentacles on maximum heat for 4 minutes per side until charred and curled.
  2. The Bloom Whisk oil, lemon juice, and spices in a bowl; add a tiny 10ml splash of water to swell the herb oils.
  3. The Marriage Drench the hot charred reef in the lemon-silk immediately.
  4. The Final Flourish Top with a massive amount of raw fresh parsley and capers.

Cuisine: Balkan

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