Lime and Chilli Monkfish Tail with Pea Guacamole

Meaty monkfish tails marinated in lime and chilli, roasted, and served with a vibrant pea guacamole and fresh tomato salsa.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 464.1 kcals 1856.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 20.6 grams 82.5 grams
Fat 21.1 grams 84.2 grams
Protein 49.2 grams 196.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
pinch
Fruits
2
piece
Limes
zest and juice
1
piece
Lime
juice only, for guacamole
1
piece
Lime
juice only, for salsa
NutsSeeds
2
cloves
Garlic
finely chopped
3
tbsp
Coriander Leaves
roughly chopped
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
clove
Garlic
for guacamole, finely chopped
3
tbsp
3
tbsp
Coriander Leaves
for guacamole
2
cloves
Garlic
for salsa, finely chopped
2
tbsp
Coriander Leaves
for salsa, finely chopped
OilsFats
Seafood
1000
g
Monkfish Tails
4 pieces of 250g each, trimmed
Vegetables
2
piece
Red Chillies
finely chopped
1
bunch
Watercress
to garnish
450
g
Petit Pois
defrosted and drained
0.5
piece
Red Onion
finely chopped
1
piece
Red Chilli
seeded and finely chopped
3
piece
Tomatoes
seeds removed and finely chopped
2
tbsp
Jalapeño Chillies
finely chopped

Steps

  • Trim the monkfish tail until the bone slightly protrudes and press the flesh down.
  • Mix chillies, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, coriander, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Coat the monkfish in the marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Bring the fish back to room temperature before cooking.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Sear monkfish tails in a hot ovenproof pan then roast in the oven for 4-6 minutes.
  • Rest the fish for five minutes after cooking.
  • Blend all guacamole ingredients in a food processor into a coarse puree.
  • Combine salsa ingredients in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve monkfish alongside the guacamole and salsa, garnished with watercress.