The first and most important of our grilling tips for shrimp is to make sure that you choose the right size shrimp. One of the biggest mistakes that many people make when grilling shrimp is to try to grill shrimp that are too small. Using small shrimp is a sure way to add headache to your grilling, they are difficult to work with on a grill, and simply don’t work. Instead, make sure you choose large sized shrimp, the larger the better. Not only will they be easier to handle, but they will look much better than a bunch of small grilled shrimp!

The second of our grilling tips for shrimp that you should follow is to make sure that you either use a grilling basket or a skewer. This makes it easier to handle the shrimp while you are cooking them. It is only a matter of personal preference as to whether you go with the basket or a skewer.
 
Another mistake that is commonly made is overcooking your shrimp. Shrimp cook very quickly so you will need to watch them carefully. Overcooked shrimp will become very tough and flavorless. The result will be shrimp that are not nearly as tasty as they could be when prepared properly, so be sure to keep a close eye on your shrimp and avoid overcooking them.

There are many additional grilling tips for shrimp that you can use to add flavor to your shrimp, depending upon your taste. Some grilling tips for shrimp call for brushing olive oil on the shrimp before cooking. If you want the taste of the shrimp to shine through this is an excellent recipe to use.

You could also add some seasoning, depending on what flavor you are looking for. Many grilling tips for shrimp include seasonings such as lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, basil, parsley, etc. You might also consider experimenting with some of your favorite herbs and seasonings as well to create a unique taste.  We really like garlic butter shrimp, when grilled properly, they are amazing!

There are a number of ways you can season or marinate the fish when grilling salmon. Barbeque sauce, rubs, marinades, garlic and butter, the list goes on and on. Many people are conditioned to cook salmon in the oven, but by grilling salmon, it really brings out a nice smokey flavor to the fish.

When grilling salmon, the trick is not to over cook the fish. It does not take all that long to grill salmon, maybe 20-30 minutes depending on how thick it is, and whether you are grilling it direct or indirect.

I prefer to grill my salmon using the indirect method. It cooks a bit slower, I can keep the lid on my Weber, and it adds the smoked flavor that I really enjoy. In addition to grilling with the indirect method, using a plank is an excellent way to bring more of that smoked salmon flavor into your fish.

If you want something simple and quick to prepare when grilling salmon, try taking some of your favorite barbeque sauce and marinating the fish for an hour or so. Then, add some pineapple (slices or chunks, don’t pour the juice in if using canned fruit) to the mixture and let that sit for a couple minutes. Be sure not to let it sit too long, as the pineapple juice can give the fish an odd texture if allowed to marinate in it. Five minutes tops with the pineapple in the mixture is a good rule of thumb.

Put the whole thing on the grill, using either a plank or some tinfoil to set it on. You can even take some of the pineapple off the fish and put it directly on the grill to sear it. Season everything with salt and pepper while grilling. Very basic, but very tasty!

If you like grilling salmon, be sure to check back in with us. We will be adding grilled salmon recipes, among other BBQ recipes, in the near future. Happy grilling!

There are also recipes for grilling ribs that do not call for boiling the ribs first. These recipes for grilling ribs will take longer to prepare, so you should make sure that you have plenty of time available to grill the ribs.

When selecting a rib recipe you will need to choose from among recipes for grilling ribs that are based on either a wet rub or a dry rub. What is the difference between wet rubs and dry rubs?

Any type of rub is a mixture of herbs or spices that are applied to the meat prior to cooking. A dry rub is just what it sounds like, a dry mixture of herbs and spices. A dry mixture can become a wet rub when liquids are applied to the mixture. A wet rub is similar to a paste. Rubs are an excellent way to add taste and flavor to meat due the way they tend to stick to the meat during the grilling process.

There are many different recipes for grilling ribs that are based on rubs. You will find that many such recipes contain either chili powder or paprika. The reason for this is to typically add color to the rub as well as to the cooked meat. Of course, you can also experiment with a variety of different rubs, even making up your own rub based on your favorite herbs and seasonings. Either way, rubs are a great way to produce ribs that are tasty and will practically fall off of the bone.

One of the first basics of charcoal grilling that should be followed is to make sure that you have placed the charcharcoal correctly on the grill. The charcoal should be placed in a pyramid shape. Do not simply spread out the charcoal. The pyramid shape provides the critical ventilation that the charcoal will need in order to catch fire.

One of the basics of charcoal grilling that many people overlook is starting the charcoal at least twenty minutes prior to when you want to start grilling. Don’t wait to start the charcoal right before you want to put the meat on to cook.

Other important basics of charcoal grilling include making sure that you use lighter fluid to soak the charcoal. Use approximately half of a cup and then wait a minute or so for the lighter fluid to soak into the charcoal. Next, light the charcoal with a match.

Critical basics of charcoal grilling include ensure that you never use anything but lighter fluid. Never use anything like kerosene or gasoline as this can cause an explosion and result in serious injury.

When you start to grill the meat, make sure that you have a good quality meat thermometer on hand so that you can check the temperature of the meat as it cooks. You should not serve meat that is done below the minimum temperature guidelines for what you are cooking. This can facilitate a trip to the hosptial.

Keep in mind that an outdoor grill should only be used outside. You should never use an outdoor BBQ inside or any place where there is not proper ventilation. This has and can lead to death.

When the correct steps for charcoal grilling are known, the results can be delicious and juicy meat that will satisfy even the most picky of your guests.