Fresh Fish on the Grill

This is the season to grab some nice fresh fish like striped bass, tuna, swordfish or as I had the other night, catfish. I was doing the family grocery shopping, a feat that never happens because Pam usually does it, and in an interest to shake up the old menu at home I grabbed some nice sized catfish fillets. The preparation of the fish was really simple and you should all try this. Get a nice spice rub that you like, I used garlic and herb, and combine that with just enough oil to coat the fish.. If using something spicy you may only want to rub one side or if not then rub both. The most important thing here is the cleanliness and heat of the grill to be used. Get a good wire brush and get all the junk from last weeks barbecued chicken off of the grill then start preheating the grill until it is about 400-450 for a good 5 minutes. To cold and the fish will stick so be patient and let the grill heat up. Then take a throw away rag and oil the grates of the grill right before you put the fish on. I don't think spraying the grill with those non stick sprays works as go soI like to use the rag and some oil, just becareful not to use to much oil because it will flare up, but that is what makes it exciting to grill right?
Once the grill is ready then just put the fish on the grill on the side that you plan on presenting. The catfish was 5 minutes on each side and it was perfect. Just before you take it off press it to be sure it is slightly flaking since it can be a little tough if not quite done. At the same time don't over cook it so it flakes apart and you can't pick it up.
The catfish was so delicious it didn't need anything but a little lime or lemon and a simple vegetable. That is a quick and delicious meal for any family in under 20 minutes.

Enjoy