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Slowly but surely, I’m wrapping up my “Grill It Up” grill recipes that have been the theme each Friday in June. Of course, thanks to my camping trip last weekend, I’m a little behind in sharing my recipes, but they are coming!
Before I continue on with my Grilled Bacon & Blue Burger recipe and my Grilled Sweet-n-Sour Kabobs, I want to share a few “official” (i.e. came from a real chef and not just my pyromaniac husband) tips for grilling “surf and turf.”
The Red Lobster Chefs and Grill Masters (who use the famous Red Lobster wood fire grills) have put pen to paper and compiled their best tips and tricks for grilling fantastic fresh fish, steak and chicken.
(and, it look like they had someone draw the tips too. I wish I was that talented)
If you prefer the “in plain words” approach, below are a few “insider” tips from Chef Michael LaDuke, the Senior Director of Culinary Development at Red Lobster:
Grilling Basics
- Clean Reigns Supreme
Whether grilling fish, steak or chicken, a clean grill is a MUST! Start by scraping the grill with a wire-bristled brush to remove any remnants form previous grilling. Then, using a non-aerosol product such as a towel, coat the grill grates with a light coat of vegetable or olive oil to prevent food from sticking.
- Keep Proteins Lean.
Select healthy, lean proteins to throw on the grill. By using leaner proteins it’s a virtual guarantee against flame flare-ups and makes cleanup easier.
- Don’t be Shy with Seasoning.
Whether you’re using a dry rub or wet marinade, don’t be bashful when it comes to the amount you layer on.
- Marinate Gradually
Let your meat marinate in the refrigerator for up to two hours before cooking to infuse the flavor. Set aside extra marinade just for basting while cooking to avoid spreading any bacteria.
- Know the Hot Spots.
For even cooking, place thicker foods at the center of the grill, smaller pieces toward the edges and leave one inch of space between each piece of food.
- Check the Clock.
Steak, fish and chicken do not have to be grilled at different temperatures, but do have to be grilled for different times. Grilling time averages per side: four minutes for steak, five minutes for fish and six to seven minutes for chicken.
Hopefully these tips come in handy as we approach the 4th of July weekend; I’m sure there will be LOTS of grilling around the country.
What’s your favorite food to grill?
disclosure: I was given a gift-card as compensation for sharing these timely tips.
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About Rachel Lacy
My name is Rachel -- I share tales about food and family. I'm a home-cook who focuses on fresh & simple meals to both fuel us and to help us celebrate our family-life. My day starts with coffee. Lots of coffee. 
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What a fun infographic! I love grilling steaks!
Passing these tips along to Hubs. He’s the grillmeister!
Thanks for the great tips!
I love this! What a great tutorial!
I have just recently become comfortable with our indoor grill pan. I have yet to venture outside but I love cooking up boneless pork chops thus far! I sure need this infographic.
Oh, great info-graphic! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for these great tips.
What a fun graphic, thanks for sharing.
Great tips. I can definitely use them this summer.
These are great tips! Love surf and turf.
Lots of great information here. Thanks!
Oh, that’s my problem, I need a clean grill
Great infographic.
Mmmm…. Surf and Turf… SOOOOOO good. Great tips!
love this graphic. We use a gas grill though
My favorite food to gril is steak! Yumm!
Cute infographic, I like it.
we try to marinate over night if we can or atleast 4 hours and we have a little secret to it too
Those are great grilling tips! My husband makes the best homemade hamburgers!
I think burgers on the grill will always be my favorite!
I tend to be impatient with the marinade…this is my biggest flaw when grilling.
Love the new look, btw…I know you get bitten by the change bug a lot, but this clean new look is FABULOUS!
Bookmarking! Great tips – now to find someone to do the grilling FOR me!
Some great tips here! Thanks for sharing them!
Those are great tips! I am awful at grilling seafood!
I really miss having a grill, stupid apartment living.
Great info!
I love a good medium rare steak
My favorite grilled food is steak and any kind of seafood but especially lobster tails.
I need these tips and thank you for sharing it with us.