Originally Posted by
bensyd
I think the trick is to make sure the grates are very hot, but the fire is only medium. I let the kettle come up to temperature and then cooked the fish direct over the coals with the lid on which kept the fire under control. I also made sure the grates were really clean and then well oiled – as was the fish.
Another option is to purchase a fish basket. While they don’t hold all fish (larger sizes won’t fit), they get the job done and are relatively cheap. Just make sure to oil them well too. Available at Lowe’s, Home Depot, or your favorite BBQ supply shop.