Recommendations for a great grill basket?
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bschoen
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I don't have a recommendation, just some thoughts. I use to deep sea fish weekly and have grilled a lot of fish. I have used several different fish grill baskets and never found one that justified the effort of cleaning over a spatula. I use one every once in a while for grilling vegies, quite handy for that.
For purchasing one, size, in all three dimensions, drove my decision.
{edit} On reflection, there was one instance where the basket worked very well. I had some nice Yellowtail fillets. I also had a bunch (several pounds) of fresh rosemary which I soaked in a bucket of water. I layered about 1-1/2 inches of rosemary, the fillets, then an equal amount of rosemary and clamped it in the basket. It steamed and smoked the fillets very nicely, and obviously made flipping easy. I loved the result, but SWMBO declared she was not a fan of rosemary. So much for that. :sad:
For purchasing one, size, in all three dimensions, drove my decision.
{edit} On reflection, there was one instance where the basket worked very well. I had some nice Yellowtail fillets. I also had a bunch (several pounds) of fresh rosemary which I soaked in a bucket of water. I layered about 1-1/2 inches of rosemary, the fillets, then an equal amount of rosemary and clamped it in the basket. It steamed and smoked the fillets very nicely, and obviously made flipping easy. I loved the result, but SWMBO declared she was not a fan of rosemary. So much for that. :sad:
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IamMadMan
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I use these for veggies, shrimp, scallops, ect.....
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Nexgrill-Grill-Topper-650-0002/206414837
I see Weber makes a fish basket.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Weber-Stainless-Steel-Fish-Basket/4564885
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Nexgrill-Grill-Topper-650-0002/206414837
I see Weber makes a fish basket.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Weber-Stainless-Steel-Fish-Basket/4564885
dadsr4
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If you are just concerned about sticking or stuff falling through the grates, you might like Frogmats.
https://www.frogmats.com/
I have a cheaper version and like them, but wish I had the Frogmats.
https://www.frogmats.com/
I have a cheaper version and like them, but wish I had the Frogmats.
Those look interesting but the website says, "Not Recommended for use directly over Fire or Flames", which is exactly what I want to do.
Had seen the Weber basket. Was wondering if anyone here had used one.
edit to add: wow! Just looked the specs and that thing is only 8.3" x 6.9"
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IamMadMan
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Whisky
is one Smokin' Farker
For most all of my fish/seafood I use the Grill Grate flipped over so it's the smooth side up.
https://www.grillgrate.com/
For an actual basket, which i use quite often for veggies, I have an old SS one which works great. This one looks like mine..
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Yukon-Gl...tdoor-Accessories-Weber-Char-Broil-/195858996
This is the one i got and it will fill all your needs.
https://www.amazon.com/Weber-Style-...1534267656&sr=8-8&keywords=weber+grill+basket
https://www.amazon.com/Weber-Style-...1534267656&sr=8-8&keywords=weber+grill+basket
Actually bought one of those years ago. Have since moved and can't find the thing.
Wondering if there's something better out now.
dadsr4
somebody shut me the fark up.
There's the Lodge.
It's a little wider.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J9QVQ7C/ref=psdc_289822_t3_B000WEIIOE
It's a little wider.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J9QVQ7C/ref=psdc_289822_t3_B000WEIIOE
Pocchampion
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I cook trout and redfish regularly with grill grates. Oil the grates and the fish and make sure the grates are hot. Cook the fish 30 - 40% of the way and flip n finish. Works perfectly. The grill grate tongs get under the filet and allow for easy flipping without mangling the fillet. I have tried Weber’s grill baskets and they are a mess to use and clean. Flip the grates over for shrimp scallops and veggies.
ChrisBarb
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That Lodge pan looks pretty good. I may have to get one... Lodge makes great products.
dadsr4
somebody shut me the fark up.
It's almost time for the clearance sales, they are always cheap then.
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I use the Oscarware disposables. They can be cleaned and re-used or just put into recycle.
http://www.oscarwareinc.com/prod_21.htm
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