Spice rubs add tremendous flavor to grilled or broiled fish. As the fish cooks, the rub forms a dense, flavorful crust on the outside, leaving the inside moist and tender. Please read About Grilling and Broiling Fish.

If necessary, scale and prepare for cooking:

Pat dry and rub generously with one of the following:

You may not need to use all the rub. Set aside. Prepare a medium-hot grill fire, or preheat the broiler (with an oven rack 3 inches beneath the broiler if the fish is 1 inch thick or less, and 6 inches beneath the broiler if the fish is more than 1 inch thick). If grilling, oil the grill rack. If broiling, place the fish on an oiled baking sheet. Place the fish on the grill over indirect heat or under the broiler and grill or broil for 5 to 10 minutes per side depending on the thickness of the fish, or until opaque throughout and the internal temperature reaches 130°F. Serve at once.