Crisp Fried Monkfish with Chilli Tomato Salsa and Okra

Deep-fried monkfish strips in sesame batter served with a fresh spicy tomato salsa and pan-fried okra.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 845.2 kcals 845.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 81.3 grams 81.3 grams
Fat 52.4 grams 52.4 grams
Protein 37.8 grams 37.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
1 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
100
g
Self-Raising Flour
plus extra for dusting
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
juice only
Liquids
200
ml
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
2
tbsp
2
tbsp
Coriander
chopped
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
handful
Chives
chopped, to garnish
OilsFats
300
ml
Vegetable Oil
for deep frying
2
tbsp
2
tsp
Seafood
150
g
Monkfish Tail
membrane removed, cut into strips
Vegetables
100
g
0.25
piece
Onion
finely chopped
0.5
piece
Red Chilli
chopped
55
g
Okra
sliced

Steps

  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan until bread sizzles and turns golden-brown.
  • Whisk flour, salt, and chilled water into a thick batter and stir in sesame seeds.
  • Dust monkfish in flour, dip in batter, and deep fry for 3-4 minutes until golden.
  • Drain the monkfish on kitchen paper.
  • Combine tomatoes, onion, lime juice, chilli, coriander, and olive oil in a bowl.
  • Fry okra in vegetable oil for 2 minutes.
  • Add sesame oil and seasoning to the okra and fry for one more minute.
  • Plate the salsa, top with monkfish, serve okra on the side, and garnish with chives.