Grilled Octopus with Pineapple Salsa (Poulpe Grillé avec Salsa d'Ananas)

Poulpe Grillé avec Salsa d'Ananas (Grilled Octopus with Pineapple Salsa) is a delightful dish from Comorian Cuisine that combines the tender, smoky flavor of grilled octopus with the sweet and tangy taste of pineapple salsa.

Grilled Octopus with Pineapple Salsa (Poulpe Grillé avec Salsa d'Ananas)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs octopus, cleaned and tenderized
  • 1 ripe pineapple, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, and olive oil to make the salsa. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
  3. Grill the octopus for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until charred and cooked through.
  4. Once the octopus is grilled, slice it into bite-sized pieces and serve with the pineapple salsa on top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl Knife Cutting board

Tools

Grill Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Grilled Octopus with Pineapple Salsa alongside a fresh green salad and a side of steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a more tender octopus, you can also simmer it in a pot of water for 30-45 minutes before grilling.

Cost

$25