Marinated Octopus Salad

• 1 lb baby octopus, cleaned, beaks removed, halved if large
• 2 cups red wine
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
• 6 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp brown sugar (optional)
• 4 cups mixed salad leaves
• 2 tbsp torn fresh mint leaves
• 1 None small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• None None extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, to serve

1. Place octopus in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Drain, transfer to a bowl to cool.
2. Add red wine, oregano, garlic and sugar (if using), mixing well. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
3. Preheat a grill pan on high. Cook octopus for 2 mins each side, or until opaque and tender. Transfer to bowl, allow to cool slightly.
4. Add salad greens, mint, onion and lemon juice. Season to taste and toss. Drizzle with a little olive oil and red wine vinegar to taste.

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