Grilled Octopus with Vinegar

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat grill.
2. 2
   In a large stockpot, bring water to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
3. 3
   Add whole octopus, and simmer for 1 hour.
4. 4
   Remove octopus from boiling water and let cool at room temperature for 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Cut the tentacles from the head, and discard the head.
6. 6
   Sprinkle oregano over the octopus tentacles.
7. 7
   Grill octopus for 10 minutes, turn over and grill for an additional 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove octopus from the grill and chop into small pieces.
9. 9
   In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil.
10. 10
    Place chopped octopus onto serving plates and drizzle lemon vinaigrette over the octopus.