Embark on a culinary journey with our roasted monkfish, a delectable seafood masterpiece that harmonizes the subtle sweetness of monkfish with an aromatic ensemble of chanterelles, leeks, and ginger. This symphony of flavors is elevated by a medley of recipes, each adding a unique dimension to this extraordinary dish. Dive into the classic Roasted Monkfish with Chanterelles, Leeks, and Ginger, where the delicate fish is enveloped in a savory blanket of sautéed chanterelles, tender leeks, and zesty ginger. Alternatively, explore the vibrant flavors of Pan-Seared Monkfish with Chanterelle Cream Sauce, where a golden-brown crust embraces the succulent monkfish, complemented by a creamy chanterelle sauce that dances on your palate. If a quick and flavorful option is your desire, discover the simplicity of Sautéed Monkfish with Lemon Butter, where the fish is kissed by the brightness of lemon and the richness of butter, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to be captivated by the culinary artistry of these monkfish recipes, a testament to the boundless creativity and culinary delights that await you in the world of cooking.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
ROASTED MONKFISH
Moderately firm-textured monkfish is just sturdy enough to stand up to a very hot oven. Other fish, such as mahi mahi, halibut, and grouper, can be used here too.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the monkfish, shaking the pan as you add the fish to prevent sticking. Sear the fish on one side until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to the oven and roast until opaque and firm to the touch, about 8 minutes.
- Transfer the fish to a warm plate and set aside. Place the skillet over medium heat and add the wine or vermouth and 1/4 cup water, scraping the browned bits from the pan. Add the Chunky Cipolline Tomato Compote to the skillet and cook until heated through.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon the compote among 4 dinner plates, arrange a piece of the monkfish over the compote, and serve.
PAN ROASTED MONKFISH WITH POTATOES AND LEEKS
A Lidia Bastianich recipe that was adapted from a website that showcases many great chef's recipes. Posted for 2006 Zaar World Tour - Italy. Monkfish has darker meat, moderate flavor and moderately firm texture that can be prepared in many different ways, such as baked, grilled, broiled, sautéed or even microwaved. If monkfish is not easily available Lake trout, Northern pike, Perch, Pink salmon or Pollock can be substituted.
Provided by lauralie41
Categories Potato
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Begin by removing the outer mottled gray membranes and any dark red portions from the monkfish fillets. On a slight angle, slice the fish into 1/2-inch thick medallions. Using two pieces of wax paper, place a few medallions between the paper and lightly pound them with the flat side of a meat mallet or small heavy saucepan to slightly flatten them.
- In a 4-5 quart saucepan, add the potatoes and enough cold water to cover them by 3 inches, season with salt and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a gentle boil and cook 10 minutes.
- Trim the root ends and dark green leaves from the leeks. From the greens of one leek, trim any yellow, wilted or bruised parts and reserve them. The other two leek greens can be set aside for another use, like stock. Slice the leek whites and reserved greens in half lengthwise. Rinse layers well under cold water to remove any grit from between the layers. Using one set of leek whites and greens, cut again in half lengthwise. The remaining leek whites cut crosswise into 1 inch pieces. Add all the leeks to the potatoes after they have cooked at a gentle boil for 10 minutes. Cook leeks and potatoes for an additional 10 minutes or until they are tender.
- Reserve 2 cups of the potato/leek cooking liquid. Drain the remaining liquid from the vegetables. Transfer to a blender the leek greens, long pieces of leek whites and two slices of the potato. Add approximately 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking liquid and blend until smooth. While the blender is still running, add 1/2 cup of the olive oil in a thin steady stream. Blend until creamy and the sauce is thick enough to lightly coat a spoon. If necessary, add more cooking liquid to get the sauce to that stage. Strain the sauce into a small saucepan, keep warm over low heat.
- In a large skillet over a medium-high flame, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the remaining leeks and potatoes that have been drained and the thyme sprigs to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper and cook until golden brown, turning often, for approximately 12 minutes. Remove from heat and cover skillet to keep the mixture warm.
- Sprinkle the monkfish slices with salt and lightly coat them with flour, tap off excess. In a large non-stick skillet over medium flame, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil. Add as many monkfish slices as possible to fit in a single layer. Cook fish only turning once until golden brown on both sides, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
- Divide the potatoes and leeks among 6 warm dinner plates. Place the monkfish slices on top of the vegetable mixture and spoon the sauce over the fish. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley and/or chives. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.2, Fat 34, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 43.9, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 24.8
MONKFISH ROASTED WITH HERBS AND OLIVES
Firm-fleshed fish can be described as "meaty" - monkfish fits this category - and are often best roasted in a hot oven. Tart lemon slices, aromatic herbs and olives enhance and complement that meatiness, just as they would roast lamb or chicken. A smear of rustic zesty black olive paste is the perfect condiment to complete this simple dish. Use whatever kind of olives appeal to you. At most supermarket self-serve olive bars you can combine 3 or 4 types in one container. I prefer a mixture of green and black whole olives with pits to roast with the fish. For the olive paste, pitted black olives are ideal. But it's fine to use just one type of olive, of course, and go pit-free throughout - it is a forgiving, malleable sort of recipe. To that end, if monkfish is unavailable, consider halibut, swordfish, grouper, sea bass or snapper.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, seafood, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Tie the monkfish fillets with butcher's twine at 2-inch intervals. Season with salt and pepper.
- Line the bottom of an earthenware or other low-sided baking dish with thyme and rosemary sprigs. Tuck bay leaves here and there, if using. Lay the fish on top of the herbs and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Scatter the lemon slices and whole olives over fish. Set aside for 30 minutes to marinate. Heat oven to 425 degrees.
- Meanwhile, make the olive paste: Put pitted black olives, garlic and 1/4 cup olive oil in a small food processor and pulse to a rough paste. (Alternatively, chop olives finely with a knife and stir together with garlic and oil.)
- Roast fish, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned on top and firm to the touch. Check with a paring knife to be sure fish is cooked through. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Snip twine with scissors and remove from fish. Cut fish into 4 portions and spoon some of the roasted lemon slices and whole olives over the top. Dab each piece with a teaspoon of olive paste, or pass olive paste separately.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut monkfish fillets. If you're using whole monkfish, ask your fishmonger to clean and fillet it for you.
- Soak the chanterelles in warm water for 20 minutes before cooking to remove any dirt or grit.
- If you can't find chanterelles, you can use other mushrooms such as shiitake, oyster, or cremini mushrooms.
- Use a good quality olive oil for roasting the vegetables. This will help to bring out their flavor.
- Season the vegetables generously with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Roast the vegetables until they are tender and slightly caramelized. This will take about 30 minutes.
- To make the sauce, simply whisk together the fish stock, cream, and cornstarch. Then, bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it has thickened.
- Serve the roasted monkfish with the chanterelles, leeks, and ginger sauce. You can also garnish the dish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy roasted monkfish!
Conclusion:
Roasted monkfish with chanterelles, leeks, and ginger is a delicious and healthy seafood dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The monkfish is mild-flavored and flaky, while the chanterelles, leeks, and ginger add a delicious umami flavor. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and it perfectly complements the roasted vegetables. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it is also relatively easy to make. So, next time you're looking for a special seafood dish, give roasted monkfish with chanterelles, leeks, and ginger a try.
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