Grilled Octopus with Gigante Beans and Oregano
Grilled Octopus with Gigante Beans and Oregano is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Sprinkle octopus with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionSprinkle octopus with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
Add octopus to pot and cook uncovered until octopus releases its liquid and most of liquid in pot evaporates, turning occasionally with tongs, 20 to 25 minutes.
Add wine, onion, garlic, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf to pot; bring to boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until octopus is very tender when pierced with fork, about 2 hours.
Using tongs, transfer octopus to rimmed baking sheet and cool.
If desired, rub off outer skin from octopus and discard.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover and chill.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
Cut octopus tentacles crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
Place on platter and brush with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Grill octopus slices until heated through, about 2 minutes per side.
Transfer to bowl and add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano; toss to coat.
Place Gigante beans in large shallow bowl.
Top with octopus mixture and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.