Grilling fish is a delicious way to add irresistible smoky flavor to barbecued meals.
After all, sometimes, we need a break frombrats,burgers, andsteaks.
Forgrilling fish fillets, place them in a well-greased grill basket.
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To grill whole fish or fish steaks, grease your grill rack and grill directly on the grates.
For small seafood pieces likeshrimp and scallops, the best way to grill is on skewers.
Thread scallops or shrimp onto skewers, leaving a 14-inch space between each piece.
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This method works best for foods that grill in 30 minutes or less.
Most fish and seafood cook quickly, so direct grilling fish is the most common.
Since your fish will be directly over the heat source, flip it halfway through to guarantee even cooking.
For a charcoal or a gas grill, grill fish and seafood, covered, overmedium heat.
To determine how long to grill fish, use ourdirect-grilling fish chart, turning once halfway through.
you’ve got the option to also tell thatfish is doneif it flakes easily.
Seafood should look opaque.
For a little extra flavor, you might brush your fish with vegetable oil ormelted butterafter turning.
First, prepare your grill for indirect cooking.
For agas grill, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for indirect grilling.
Place a disposable foil drip pan in the middle (or on the other side).
Place your fish or seafood over the drip pan.
Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat.
How to Grill Fish in Foil
No grill basket?
