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Grilling is the first option for cooking your fish in you are looking for a healthier way. Grilling can be complex unless you understand the basic principles of how the fish actually cooks. When you put your fish on the grill, it's still cold so it will take some time to warm up the whole fish. Depending on the overall weight of the fish will determine how long the fish needs to be cooked. The thicker the fish is, the longer you will have to cook the fish on each side.

A freshly caught fish can be cooked in a thousand and one ways. Any fisherman worth his salt has his own unique way of cooking a freshly caught trout, salmon or whatever fish he caught. So fisherman all across the country has been handed down methods of cooking fish. Here are some tips to get the best out of your fish.

* To steam fish, put it in a steamer over boiling water and make sure you use a tight fitting lid.

* You can buy grill baskets made for grilling seafood - these help small pieces of fish from falling through the grill, and will help in grilling delicate fillets.

* If you don't oil your grill, the fish will stick, and break apart when you try to remove it.

* When cooking fish that has not been boned, such as trout or pan fish, the meat should not drop off the bones, but instead should slightly resist removal.

* Try not to thaw frozen fish completely before cooking, or it may make them very dry and mushy.

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Baking at a high oven temperature really concentrates the flavors of fish and helps the sugars on the surface caramelize for superior flavor. Roasting is baking at temperatures above 400 degrees. You can season the fish with just about anything you like before roasting.

Some tips for you:

* Season your batter to your heart's content, salt and pepper never goes wrong.

* Make sure your grill is clean and oiled.

* Some varieties of fish contain more fat, such as salmon or tuna, which can be cooked until opaque on the outside while remaining somewhat translucent on the inside.

* If you use very fresh fish, your recipe has more chance of being a great success.

* When cleaning fish, avoid rough treatment because wounds in the flesh can allow the spread of bacteria.

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The technique of poaching has been all but forgotten. This cooking method is perfect for seafood, because it imparts lots of moisture and will not mask the delicate flavor of the fish. Traditionally, fish is poached in a broth made from simmering vegetables and herbs in water together with peppercorns and something acidic such as lemon juice, vinegar or white wine. To poach fish, you can make your own bouillon or simply use vegetable or chicken stock.

Usually I catch my own fish to cook, but occasionally I go and buy in from the store. There are many things to keep in mind when buying and cooking fish. Below are some tips for you to remember...

* Use fresh fish, it is easier to work with than frozen fish.

* Another test to use for doneness is to check the meat with a knife to see if it is firm and beginning to separate or flake.

* Rub lemon juice on fish before cooking. This will help the fish maintain its color and add to its flavor.

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