Foryoueats: Crispy marinated baby octopus

Ingredients

• 2 kg / 4 lb baby octopus , rinsed (Note 1)
• Braising liquid:
• 4 litres / quarts water
• 1 onion , halved, skin on
• 6 garlic cloves , smashed (Note 2)
• 1 tsp black peppercorns (sub 1/2 tsp ground pepper)
• 2 tsp cooking salt (kosher salt)
• 3 tbsp lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
• 3 parsley stems (with leaves)
• 2 bay leaves , fresh or dried
• Marinade:
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 6 garlic cloves , very finely minced (or use garlic press)
• 2 tsp lemon zest (one large lemon)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried red chilli flakes (red pepper flakes), optional
• 1/2 tsp each cooking/kosher salt and black pepper
• Cooking & serving:
• 1 tbsp canola oil (for BBQ or large skillet)
• 2 tsp parsley , finely chopped (optional)
• 1 large red chilli , finely sliced (optional)
• Lemon wedges (highly recommended)