My octopus was 2.06 lb this time.

Place the octopus and salt in a large bowl.

Scrub the salt all over the octopus (inside/outside head).

Rinse the octopus under the cold water to remove the salt.

NOTE: Repeat step 4 & 6 as needed.

Fill a large pot big enough to submerge the octopus in water

Bring water to a boil, add lemon juice and salt.

Hold the octopus by its head, dip the tentacles briefly.

Then immediately remove it, repeat 2 more time/until it curl

After the tentacles curl, fully submerge it into the water.

Cook for 3-5 minutes.

Turn off the heat, and leave it for 5 minutes.

Flip the octopus and leave it for another 5 minutes.

Drain well. Let it cool until ready to use.