Marinating Fish and Seafood

Even tender foods like fish and seafood can benefit from a good marinade (see marinades). Marinades keep fish and seafood from drying out and the oil in the marinade helps keep them from sticking. One very important rule about marinating fish and seafood. A highly acidic marinade, one containing lots of vinegar or citrus juices can actually cook the fish or seafood so you need to use mild marinades for short periods of time.

If you are not going to marinade for long, why bother. One, because it doesn't take long. And two, because you can add loads of flavor to everything you marinade quickly and easily.

When it comes to fish, there are two types, firm and flaky. A firm fish (think big fish) can take a stronger marinade for longer. Examples of firm fish are Halibut, Tuna, Marlin, or Sturgeon. Flaky fish, you know, the kind that tries to fall apart on the grill, can't take a strong marinade and shouldn't be marinated for long. Examples of flaky fish (think small fish) are salmon, trout, and cod.

Fish and Seafood Marinating Times

ItemTypeMarinating Time
Firm FishSteaks)1 to 2 hours
Firm FishFillets30 minutes to 1 hour
Flaky FishFillets30 minutes
ShrimpLarge (Prawns30 minutes to 45 minutes
ShrimpSmall (but large enough to grill)15 to 30 minutes

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