How to Grill a Whole Fish | Grilling Fridays | Serious Eats?

Grilling a whole fish is like giving it a warm hug on the grill so it gets all nice and crispy on the outside but stays juicy inside.

First, you need to clean the fish, that means taking off any scales or dirt, just like cleaning your shoes before going out to play. Then, you give it a little rub with some salt and pepper, which helps the flavors come out when it's cooking.

Next, you put the fish on the grill, skin side down, think of it like putting on a cozy blanket so it can cook evenly. The heat from the grill is like the sun on your skin, making the outside nice and golden while keeping the inside soft and tender.

After a few minutes, you flip the fish over with a spatula, just like flipping a pancake. Then you let it cook for a little longer so both sides get that perfect crispy texture.

Finally, you take it off the grill and let it rest for a minute, this is like taking a deep breath after running around the playground, so all the juices stay inside, making every bite delicious.