Ocean-Inspired Delight: Citrus-Glazed Roasted Octopus

Today’s Delightful Creation: Roasted Octopus with Citrus Glaze

Greetings, food lovers! Today, I am excited to share with you a unique and flavorful recipe for Roasted Octopus with Citrus Glaze. This dish was inspired by a recent trip to the coast, where I enjoyed the fresh sea breeze and the taste of citrus fruits under the sun. It’s the perfect dish to brighten up any meal and bring a taste of the ocean to your table.

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• octopus (cleaned) – 1 kg
• orange juice – 200 ml
• lemon juice – 100 ml
• honey – 50 g
• garlic cloves – 4
• fresh thyme – a small bunch
• olive oil – 100 ml
• salt – to taste
• black pepper – to taste

You will also need the following kitchen tools:

• baking tray
• foil
• mixing bowl
• whisk
• knife
• cutting board

Start by preheating your oven to 180°C. In a mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, fresh thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the citrus glaze. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Place the cleaned octopus on a foil-lined baking tray and brush it generously with the citrus glaze, making sure to coat it on all sides. Roast the octopus in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until it is tender and slightly charred on the edges.

Once the octopus is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces. Drizzle any remaining citrus glaze over the sliced octopus for an extra burst of flavor.

The total weight of the cooked Roasted Octopus with Citrus Glaze is approximately 1.2 kg. This dish serves 4 people, with each serving weighing around 300 g. An average serving of this dish contains approximately 350 calories.

One tip for this recipe is to marinate the octopus in the citrus glaze for a few hours before roasting to enhance the flavors and tenderize the meat even further.

I hope you enjoy making and savoring this delightful Roasted Octopus with Citrus Glaze as much as I did. Feel free to experiment with different citrus fruits or herbs to make this dish your own. Happy cooking!