When it comes to grilling, there are two main types of cookware that most people use: grill baskets and foil packets or covers. Grill baskets can be used for almost any kind of meat you want to grill, but they are not very practical because you have to keep re-heating them and taking them off the grill every time you switch foods.
Foil packs or coverings are much more versatile than grill baskets as you do not have to take them off the grill at all! You just need to make sure your food does not burn while using these if you wanted to check out one of those.
The best fish to grill in foil is probably the biggest debate among grilled cuisine purists. Some say broiled or roasted whole fish is the perfect way to cook fish, and some even prefer cooking raw fish due to its health benefits. Others believe that when cooked inside an enclosed container like a foil packet or wrap, fish can lose flavor this way.
Fish fillets
When buying fish, make sure it is fresh! If you see signs of spoilage (such as slime or slimy texture) then either use frozen or look for another kind of fish that day.
Fish can have empty lines where there are no bones, these need to be checked before cooking. A small bone may also be missing, if this happens do not worry about it until after baking or broiling when the flesh will cook down and fill in any gaps.
On the other hand, check for soft or hard bones. Soft bones are easier to remove but require careful handling as they could break off during cooking. Hard or brittle bones should be avoided as they could shatter in the oven or while chewing.
Canned tuna
While fresh fish is always preferable, if you are a canned seafood fan, then try one of our best grill recipes here! This recipe for grilled marinated branzino in creamy tomato sauce with pasta is a crowd favorite because it is so delicious and easy to make.
When buying canned albacore or yellow fin tuna, look for something that has no added ingredients other than olive oil and salt. Avoid brands that add mayo or liquid vegetables as these will not taste good when cooked.
Tuna should also be stored in its own salty fluid rather than packed in water like salmon. The extra liquid can sometimes evaporate and cause the meat to dry out, making it feel slimy instead of flaky.
Cooked fish
When cooking fish, what kind of grill you have can make a big difference. Grilling it in oven or broiler mode is the best way to go dependingon the type of fish.
When grilling fish cooked inside, like salmon, swordfish, or grouper, making sure your grill is hot enough and that the fire is stable are important factors in ensuring properly cooked meat.
If the flames sputter out or the temperature drops too much, then the internal temperatures won’t rise high enough and/or the outside will overcook and dry. These things all contribute to less desirable flavor and texture for the food.
Fish also takes longer to cook than other foods, so having a back up plan is smart! If needed, you can either turn off the grill and let cool or place the pan in the fridge until cooled down.
Breaded fish
Another way to cook most whitefish is by breading it and then frying or broiling it. This method can be done either under high heat or low-medium heat, and you can usually choose between butter or olive oil for the cooking medium.
The best kind of whitefish to use for this technique are flounder or cod because they do not have too much flavor of their own. A light batter will also help keep the pieces separate while eating as some types of whitefish taste very strong.
Some people like to toast up some plain cornbread or French bread before putting the toppings on the fish, but we will leave that up to you!’s personal preference.
Crumbed fish
For another way to cook delicious fish, throw it into a skillet or grill pan with some bread crumbs or rice cereal, seasonings like salt and pepper, and then fry or toast it until golden and hot.
This is called crumbing or coating the fish and is very popular for dishes like tuna or flounder. Once cooked, roll the fish in either flour or rice powder and put back into the cooking medium so that it can brown more.
These recipes are easy to do and will always taste great! We recommend doing this process before baking or broiling the fish as it may lose flavor and texture.
Avocado with tartar sauce
When it comes time to cook your fish, you can either broil or grill it. Broiling is typically warmer than grilling so choose which one is better dependent on what kind of fish you are cooking and whether it likes more warm or hot temperatures. With most fish, grilled is the better way to go!
If your fish does not like too much heat, then start off by baking it instead of boiling or broiling it. Most people bake their fish for just a few minutes because that is all needed to bring up its internal temperature. Once done, let it rest until ready to eat so it has time to taste good.
Another great option if you do not have access to or do not like fresh fruits and vegetables is making dipping sauces such as tarter sauce (lemon juice and ketchup mixed together) or salsa.
Tossed salad
A tossed salad is one of the most classic ways to enjoy seafood. It contains all your toppings stuck together as a pasta-like pile, usually mixed into a bowl or plate first before being served.
The term “salad” comes from the French word salade which means vegetable or greens. So, when people say they are eating a salad, what they really mean is that they are consuming some kind of vegetable paired with some sort of fish or meat.
Usually, the hardest part about making a tossed salad is deciding how many ingredients you want! The number of toppings needed depends on the size of the serving piece and whether or not it has been prepped earlier.
For instance, if the whole thing is just for yourself then maybe only cucumber, tomato, and crumbled feta cheese is needed. If there are more hungry mouths involved, then add breading, chicken, rice, etc. onto the food.
We recommend using white vinegar as the dressing since it does not contain salt. That way, you do not have to worry about adding extra sodium to the dish. You can also mix in fresh herbs such as parsley or oregano to give flavor and texture.
Potato chips
One of my favorite ways to cook fish is in potato chip style chunks. What I mean by that is instead of slicing or chopping the fish into pieces, as it cooks it dries out and gets crispy in some areas and stays warm and flaky in others.
I usually start with baking the potatoes in the oven until they are completely cooked through and then fry the leftover bits in olive oil. This process is called pan-frying.
After this initial frying step, I can either grill the finished product directly or put the fried potatoes back in the oven to dry off before putting them under a broiler or toaster oven to finish cooking.
This method works well for almost any kind of fish.