Balsamic Glazed Monkfish Recipe

Monkfish is like the steak of the sea. It has a dense, meaty texture and is very rich on the palate. This version has a hint of sweetness from the glaze. Serve it with some spicy sautéed bok choy for a great contrast.

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Balsamic Glazed Monkfish Recipe
No Ratings
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Monkfish makes a hearty main course
Total time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze*
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 (6 ounce) fillets monkfish
Directions
  1. Place the monkfish between 2 sheets of parchment paper and gently pound with a meat tenderizer. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the 1/4 cup olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place the monkfish in the pan and cook until golden, about 4 minutes. Turn and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and brush both sides with the balsamic glaze.