1 If available, use a probe cover with your thermometer. 2  Put the end of the thermometer in the center of your child's armpit. 3  Be sure the thermometer is only between skin and that clothes are not in the way. 4  Bring your child's arm down, close to the side.
1 If the fillets still have skin, remove it after grilling.  To grill salmon on a charcoal grill, place the fish on the grill rack directly over medium coals. Grill, uncovered, for 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork. Turn the fish once halfway through grilling. If you like, brush the salmon with olive oil or melted butter after turning to add flavor and keep it moist.
How to Check Salmon for Doneness. 1  When grilling salmon with the skin on, let the skin get crisp and brown. 2  This way, the fish will pull away from the skin when you turn it. 3  Using a fork, check the flesh at the thickest part of the fillet. If the fillets still have skin, remove it after grilling. 2  To grill salmon on a charcoal grill, place the fish on the grill rack directly over medium coals. 3  Grill, uncovered, for 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork.