Monkfish Recipe

“Poor Man’s Lobster” – Monkfish with Herb Browned Butter

Recipe video above. With sweet, meaty shellfish-like flesh, monkfish is affectionately known as “poor man’s lobster”. But there’s certainly nothing “poor” about this dish!If you’re new to cooking monkfish, this is a good recipe to try. It’s easy and showcases just how good monkfish is. There’s a reason it’s a firm favourite with upmarket restaurants!Other names: Stargazer is another name for monkfish in Australia.Allow around 150 – 180g / 5 – 6oz monkfish per serving.

Prep: 10min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 308 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 24 g, Saturated Fat 9 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 319 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 300g / 10oz monkfish fillets (, skinless and boneless (Note 1))
• 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper (, finely ground)
• 2 tbsp/ 30g unsalted butter (, cut into 1cm (1/2″) cubes)
• 2 garlic cloves (, smashed (Note 2))
• 2 sprigs thyme
• 1/2 tsp parsley (, finely chopped)
• 1/2 tsp chives (, finely chopped)
• 1/2 tsp chervil (, finely chopped)

Instruction:

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Baked Monkfish

This baked monkfish is easy-to-cook, nutritious, and sure to impress all of your dinner guests with how delicious it is! It truly does have a flavor that is reminiscent of lobster, which is why it is so popular! Pair it with your favorite side dishes for the best, quick seafood dinner!

Prep: 5min

Total: 17min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 103 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 311 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.03 g, unSaturated Fat 3 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 lb monkfish
• ½ Tbsp olive oil ((extra virgin))
• ½ tsp each, salt & pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp onion powder

Instruction:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Rinse the monkfish, then pat your fillets dry using paper towels. Lightly coat the fish on all sides with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
3. Bake in the middle of your oven’s center rack at 400°F (205°C) for 12-15 minutes, depending on your monkfish fillet thickness.
4. Once the fillets have cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) remove from the oven and serve immediately.

11 Simple Ways to Cook Monkfish

These monkfish recipes are simple, easy, and so good! From poor man’s lobster to baked fish to spiced fish, you’ll love the versatility of monkfish.

Ingredients:

• Poor Man’s Lobster
• Monkfish in Tomato Garlic Sauce
• Monkfish with Lemon Butter Sauce
• Catalan Monkfish
• Baked Monkfish with Lemon, Rosemary, and Breadcrumbs
• Spiced Monkfish
• Roast Monkfish with Lemon and Parsley Butter
• Grilled Monkfish with Roasted Pepper
• Pan-Seared Monkfish with White Wine Garlic Sauce
• Monkfish and Chips with Remoulade
• Monkfish and Cauliflower Chowder

Instruction:

1. Select your favorite recipe.
2. Organize all the required ingredients.
3. Prep a monkfish recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Best Monkfish with Lemon and Butter Recipe

Learn how to cook monkfish and enjoy its sweet and mild taste! Monkfish is versatile seafood that is lean and protein-rich with a meaty texture. Since it does not flake or fall apart like more delicate fish, it’s great for pan-frying, grilling or baking in the oven!

Prep: 8min

Total: 20min

Yield: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds monkfish (skinned and boned)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted recommended)
• half lemon
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• fresh parsley (minced, optional garnish)

Instruction:

1. Remove the monkfish from the refrigerator (or thaw completely if frozen). Pat dry with paper towels and rub with 1 tablespoon olive oil on all sides. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Place a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the remaining olive oil and butter to the pan and swirl the pan to coat.
3. Add the monkfish and fry undisturbed for 5 minutes. Using a fish spatula or kitchen tongs, flip the fillets and cook several minutes more, spooning pan juices on top from time to time. Note that 1-inch thick fillets will take 6-7 minutes in total, while 2-3 inch thick fillets could take 15 minutes or more.
4. To check doneness, insert a knife tip into the thickest section for a moment. If it comes out hot to the touch, then the fish is done. You can also insert an instant-read thermometer and look for a reading of 145°F.
5. Sprinkle lemon juice and optional fresh parsley onto the monkfish. Transfer to serving plates immediately and drizzle pan juices on top.

Monkfish recipe (“Poor Man’s Lobster”) with Herb Brown Butter