Fire up your grill!
It starts with awell-prepped, clean grilland ends with a tender, flaky, flavorful, good-for-you protein.
Fish easily cling to the grates which often results in it falling apart before it gets to your plate.
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These options simplify each flip and prevent the fish from crumbling:.
you’ve got the option to easily flip the fish and they’ll stay secure and in place.
you’ve got the option to purchase them at most grocery stores or online.
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You’ll need planks that are large enough to accommodate the size of your filets.
To do this, simply slice a lemon or the citrus of your choice into wheels.
You don’t even have to flip the fish using this method; just let it cook until opaque.
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Undercooked fish won’t easily break apart when speared with a fork and will still be translucent.
ensure to place the fish on a hot, well-oiled grill rack, skin-side down.
Step 1: Preheat
Preheat the grill to medium-high.
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Bring cod fillets to room temperature by the time you’re ready to grill, and drain excess marinade.
Poke several holes in the foil with a grilling fork so excess marinade can drain.
Bring salmon fillets to room temperature by the time you’re ready to grill, and drain excess marinade.
How to Grill Tuna
On the meatier side, tuna is a winner on the grill.
We recommend an Asian-inspired marinade with soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and lime juice.
Preheat a clean, seasoned grill to high.
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Bring tuna steaks to room temperature by the time you’re ready to grill, and drain excess marinade.
Keep in mind that cooking all the way through toughens the fish!
Step 3: Rest
Let the tuna rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
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We suggest treating it simply, with lemon and olive oil.
The final product should be opaque, tender, and flaky.
Bring snapper fillets to room temperature by the time you’re ready to grill, and drain excess marinade.
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How to Grill Mahi-Mahi
Mahi-mahi is a white fish with a firm but juicy texture when cooked.
Bring mahi-mahi fillets to room temperature by the time you’re ready to grill, and drain excess marinade.
Farm-raised tilapia are widely available at affordable prices, making this fish one of the fast-growing in popularity.
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While fresh fillets are optimal for grilling, frozen is a convenient option.
Preheat the grill to medium.
Bring tilapia fillets to room temperature by the time you’re ready to grill, and drain excess marinade.
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Gently flip only once, because more frequent flipping may cause the tender meat to fall apart.
Considerveggies you might grill, like potatoes or corn, that keep you out of a hot kitchen altogether.
Still drawing a blank?
Jennifer Causey
Try one of our favorite recipes.
Orzo Tomato Salad
Cherry tomatoes shine in this simple orzo salad with a Dijon-honey dressing.
