Grilled Monkfish Cheeks with Umeboshi and Shiso Dressing

Grilled marinated monkfish cheeks served over charred vegetables and edamame with a punchy Japanese-inspired umeboshi and shiso dressing.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1255.2 kcals 2510.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 21.4 grams 42.8 grams
Fat 109.2 grams 218.4 grams
Protein 55.3 grams 110.6 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
50
g
Umeboshi Paste
made from pickled ume fruits
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
juice and zest only
1
piece
Avocado
firm but ripe, quartered
LegumesPulses
NutsSeeds
25
g
Garlic
crushed
10
piece
Shiso Leaves
green, chopped
0.25
bunch
1
piece
Sea Salt
to taste
12
piece
OilsFats
200
ml
Olive Oil
light
1
piece
Olive Oil
light, for coating
Seafood
8
piece
Monkfish Cheeks
medium-sized
Vegetables
25
g
Root Ginger
grated with juice
4
piece
6
piece
Asparagus
spears

Steps

  • Mix garlic, ginger, umeboshi, lime juice, and zest in a bowl.
  • Whisk in the oil and stir in the herbs to complete the dressing.
  • Preheat the grill to a high temperature.
  • Marinate monkfish cheeks in half of the dressing for 30 minutes in a shallow dish.
  • Blanch asparagus in boiling water for one minute, then cool in cold water and drain.
  • Coat lettuce, avocado, and asparagus with olive oil and salt.
  • Grill the vegetables until charred on each side and set aside at room temperature.
  • Grill the monkfish cheeks for 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Toss the cooked monkfish in the marinade and rest for 3 minutes.
  • Cut charred vegetables into bite-sized pieces and toss with edamame and mint.
  • Arrange vegetables on a platter, top with monkfish cheeks, and drizzle with remaining dressing.