Mastering Technique Basic Whole Fish

Whether a fish is grill-roasted by direct or indirect heat is a question of size. Most whole fish weigh less than 2 pounds and serve 1 or 2 people. Fish of this size can be grilled directly over the fire. When doing this, it is a good idea to make several slashes in the flesh on both sides down to the bone to help the flesh cook through evenly. Fish that are thicker than 2 inches and/or weigh more than 2 pounds should be cooked with indirect heat.