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Larry's Catch | Feb 18, 2026

BBQing Halibut

Learn how to BBQ halibut perfectly with high heat and precise timing for tender, flaky texture and clean, lightly smoky flavour every time.

Servings 2 ppl
Cook 12 min
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients

  • Halibut
  • Neutral oil or olive oil
  • Sea salt
  • Fresh cracked black pepper
  • Optional: lemon wedges
  • Optional: fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or thyme)
  • BBQ grill (gas, charcoal, or pellet grill)
  • Grill brush
  • Paper towels
  • Fish spatula or grill-safe tongs

Instructions

  1. Preheat BBQ to medium-high heat (400–450°F / 204–232°C).
  2. Clean and lightly oil grill grates to prevent sticking.
  3. Pat halibut fillets completely dry with paper towels.
  4. Lightly coat with oil and season with salt and fresh cracked pepper.
  5. Place halibut on the grill and cook without moving for 3–4 minutes.
  6. Flip carefully using a fish spatula once grill marks form and fish releases easily.
  7. Cook another 3–4 minutes depending on thickness (about 8–10 minutes per inch total).
  8. Check for doneness — fish should flake easily while remaining moist.
  9. Remove when internal temperature reaches 125–130°F (52–54°C).
  10. Rest briefly; residual heat will finish cooking.
Source: https://larryscatch.com/blogs/recipes-3/bbqing-halibut
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