'Chopped' finalist on best grilling tips for steak, using Japanese grill to cook fish in 2 minutes

Millions of Americans around the country are kicking off the grilling season, beginning with National Barbecue Day on May 16. 

Grilling can seem like an insurmountable challenge for those with limited cooking experience or those who have never grilled before.

However, with a few tips and grilling recipes to get started, many Americans will find barbecuing to be simple and a go-to preference once mastered.

Beginning with the type of grill, while many Americans buy gas grills,...