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Nutritional Values

🔥250kcal
💪45gProtein
🌾7gCarbs
🥑5gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Allergens

🦐 Shellfish

Grilled Octopus

How to order / say it
Say it Pweza wa Kuchoma — [pweh-ZAH wah koo-CHO-mah]
Order I'd like the grilled octopus, please.
Locally Ningependa pweza wa kuchoma, tafadhali.
Say locally

Char-grilled octopus served with a tangy sauce.

Why try it?

A nod to Zanzibar's coastal flavors, this dish captures the essence of fresh sea bounty, and is a beloved street food.

How it tastes

The octopus is smoky and tender from charcoal grilling, complemented by a zesty lemon and chili dressing.

Origin & History — first documented: 1800

Grilled octopus has been enjoyed on Zanzibar's shores for centuries, attributed to local fishing communities and their simple yet flavorful preparation methods.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🦐 400 g Octopus
  • 🍋 1 Lemon
  • 🧂 1 Chili
  • 🧄 2 cloves Garlic
  • 🫒 2 tbsp Cooking oil
  • 🧂 1 tsp Salt

Method

  1. 1 Tenderize octopus by simmering in water for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Marinate with lemon, garlic, chili, and oil.
  3. 3 Grill on high heat until charred on the outside.
  4. 4 Serve with a squeeze of lemon and extra chili if desired.

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