Grilling Fish Cooking International Guide
Grilling Fish And Seafood Cooking Tips
By Barry J Smallhorn
Rather than grilling the same old steaks and burgers, you may
look at the option of grilling fish with a variety of seafood.
You can grill more than just prawns and shrimps. Oysters, mussels,
trout and salmon are easy to prepare and are more healthy.
When grilling fish and shellfish, you want to preserve flavor
and not overcook the fish where it becomes difficult to eat. If
you are cooking whole fish, like snapper or trout, then use a
hinged grill basket.
You can also use it for fillets made from tender fish like flounder,
perch or catfish. Now, firm fish like tuna, swordfish and salmon
can be cooked directly on the grill, but take care not to overcook.
Fish Can Be Cooked Rather Quickly
Frozen fish should be thawed overnight in the refrigerator, never
on the counter. A medium high heat should be used when grilling
fish, because they cook rather quickly. Review your options and
take account the weight of the fish you are about to grill, then
and add ten minutes of grilling time for each inch of thickness.
So, if the fish is two inches thick, then cook it for at least
twenty minutes. Always take care not to overcook your fish, by
using a low to medium flame. It may take a little longer to cook,
but at least it will be delicious and far more rewarding than
burnt fish.
Marinading The Cooked Fish
If you like to add flavours to the fish with a marinade, then
let the fish absorb the flavours for half an hour and then place
it in the refrigerator while soaking. Before marinading the cooked
fish, boil the marinade for at least five minutes to kill any
bacteria. Again, do not leave the fish too long in the marinade,
as it breaks up the fish.
When grilling shellfish in the shell, like oysters, clams and
mussels, take them to the hottest area of the grill. Once the
shells open up, this is the time you know they’re done and ready
for eating. If after five minutes, you still have unopened shellfish
on the grill, then you should throw them out.
Easier To Buy Fresh Fish From Coastal Towns
Purchasing seafood, including fish, can be a tricky process,
especially if you live far away from the coast areas. It is much
easier if you live in San Francisco, where you can go to the fish
markets and buy fresh fish and seafood every day.
Buying fish and seafood from a supermarket can be convenient,
but the selection is often rather narrow and there is limited
personalized service.
Tips For Buying Healthy Fish And Seafood
When buying grilling fish from a fishmonger, look for fresh fish
and smell for the warning signs. If it smells "fishy"
then do not buy it. Fresh fish should never smell at all and if
they smell then they are starting to rot.
Before making a purchasing decision, always look at the eyes,
they must be clear and bright, and the gills should be bright
red. Shellfish are best bought when they are still alive.
Any fish or seafood you buy, try to prepare and eat on the same
day because if it has been around for more than two days, you
are taking risks with your health. Always use fresh seafood, when
grilling fish.
About the Author:
Barry J Smallhorn has written a number of articles on cooking, food and recipes including
Seafood Recipes,
Jerky Beef Meat Recipe,
Make Jerky,
Food Recipes,
Fresh Seafood,
Tuna Fish,
Caviar,
Potato Recipes,
Organic Gift Baskets.
Keep a lookout for more articles on this website.
Did You Know?
Did you know that your body can naturally crave carbohydrates
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carbohydrates provide immediate fuel.
So when you are feeling run down maybe you need a nice dish of
pasta to pick your mood back up. If you think that the only way
to get this is through spaghetti and canned sauce you are wrong.
You can make any number of great dishes with the right cook book.
So stop with the boring and get some great recipes.
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