Octopus can be cooked in a variety of dishes and is quite easy to cook. It may be boiled, grilled or cooked in water (poach). Cooking involves softening. That is pressure cooking. Cooking in water takes longer at low heat. Hammering or kneading with salt after this step You can cut the octopus into pieces. May be grilled for added flavor and served with rice or salad. Do not overcook.