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4.4 from 171 votes

Jjukkumi Gui (Spicy Grilled Baby Octopus)

Baby octopus are marinated in a spicy gochujang sauce and seared quickly on the grill. Tender, enjoyably chewy, not to mention a burst of flavor with every bite!

Course: Side Dish , Main Course , Appetizer , Others

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 10 - 12 baby octopus
  • 1 small cucumber thinly sliced, for garnish (optional)
Marinade:
  • 2 tablespoons Korean red chili pepper paste gochujang
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons Korean red chili pepper flakes gochugaru
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine or mirin
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic 
  • 1/2 teaspoon finely grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

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  1. Defrost, if frozen. If not pre-cleaned, remove and discard the inside of the head and beak. See more here. Rinse the octopus well under cold running water.
  2. Combine the marinade ingredients. Pour over the octopus and mix to coat well. Marinate for 2 to 3 hours (up to overnight) in the fridge. Heat a lightly oiled grill or a grill pan to medium high and sear for about 3 minutes, turning a couple of times. Do not overcook. Plate them on the optional cucumber slices to serve.