Grilled Octopus With Chile-Herb Oil

Before grilling, octopus first needs to be cooked until tender. After that, it's as simple as searing it over the high heat of a charcoal or gas grill.

Grilled Shrimp with Garlic and Lemon

These perfect grilled shrimp are skewered and grilled with the shells still intact and then tossed with lemon and garlic. You'll end up with tender, juicy shrimp with a crisply charred crust.

Simple Grilled Asparagus

Toss asparagus in oil, season with salt and pepper, and throw directly on a hot grill for a few minutes. Aioli is optional but highly recommended.

Braised Squid With Tomato, Harissa, and Olives

Most recipes for squid focus on quick-cooking techniques, like sautéing and frying, but braised squid is arguably one of the most delicious ways to prepare it. This recipe features braised squid in a spicy tomato sauce with olives and lemon zest.

Grilled Sardines With Lemon, Garlic, and Paprika

Because of their small size, sardines make for a quick and easy to prepare finger food option, and when quickly crisped over an open flame, they are great when paired with a glass of Rioja or a cold beer.

Grilled Summer Squash and Kasseri Cheese With Lemon and Mint

Zucchini and yellow squash slices are grilled and layered with softened kasseri cheese, then given a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of mint to create a fresh and satisfying side dish or appetizer.

Grilled Summer Squash With Chimichurri

Chimichurri is an Argentine herb sauce commonly served with steaks and other grilled meats, but it's just as delicious spooned onto vegetables, like the grilled zucchini and summer squash here. This version of chimichurri includes both parsley and cilantro, along with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and plenty of onions, garlic, and minced jalapeño for heat.

Grilled Fish in Parchment

Cooked in parchment, the contents of the pouch are gently steamed, and the aroma and flavors given off by each ingredient permeate lightly through each other.

Simple Grilled Halibut

A perfectly grilled piece of seafood can be a glorious thing—light and fresh, with a delicious simplicity. This basic halibut recipe incorporates all our best tips for getting grilled fish fillets right.

Whole Grilled Fish With Olive-Tomato Compote

Grilling may be one of my favorite ways to cook a whole fish—the intense direct heat does wonders for the skin, crisping it up while the coals below impart a delicious flavor to the fish itself. Granted, it's not quite as easy as just tossing a whole fish in the oven, but a few key steps will guarantee it comes out perfect every time.