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

Item	Type	Marinating Time
Firm Fish	Steaks)	1 to 2 hours
Firm Fish	Fillets	30 minutes to 1 hour
Flaky Fish	Fillets	30 minutes
Shrimp	Large (Prawns	30 minutes to 45 minutes
Shrimp	Small (but large enough to grill)	15 to 30 minutes

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Seafood from shrimp to whole lobster is perfect for the grill. Hot and fast is the way to cook these items. Load grilled seafood up with flavorful marinades and you can't go wrong with seafood and shellfish. These grilled seafood recipes are the best and most popular on my site. These will give you endless ways to prepare all kinds of seafood to please anyone.

1. Grilled Lobster Tails

This grilled lobster is perfect for any occasion. If you don't have a lot of experience grilling shellfish, then this recipe is for you.

2. Bacon Wrapped Scallops

This simple grilled scallop recipe is great served by itself as an appetizer or can make a delicious accompaniment to any salad.

3. Grilled Jumbo Shrimp

This is a delicious herb marinated grilled jumbo shrimp recipe.

4. Grilled Oysters

You want to watch these pretty closely. The second that the shells start to open, remove the oysters from the grill and serve. This is a great appetizer for parties around the grill.

5. Australian Shrimp on the Barbie

Wayne sent me this delicious recipe for the traditional Australian method for grilling shrimp.

6. Grilled Crab

You probably don't think of grilling things like crabs but the combination of the high direct heat with the flavor of the grill makes this one of the best ways to cook most any kind of shellfish.

7. Spicy Cajun BBQ Shrimp

Big Daddy posted this recipe for Cajun Shrimp. While it calls for a broiler you can easily take these tasty shrimp out to the grill.

8. Grilled Garlic Butter Shrimp

If you enjoy shrimp scampi, then this is the grilled shrimp recipe for you. You can serve this dish as part of a main course or serve them as appetizers at your next cookout.

9. Tequila Lime Shrimp

This shrimp dish makes a fantastic addition to any cookout or party.

10. Teriyaki Shrimp

Rick Lopez sent me this simple, yet delicious recipe for grilled teriyaki shrimp. Enjoy with your favorite grilled vegetable or rice.

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