Seared Monkfish with Herby Lentils

Tender monkfish fillets served over a rich bed of Puy lentils, aromatics, fresh herbs, and a touch of crème fraîche.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 510.5 kcals 2042 kcals
Carbohydrates 31 grams 123.8 grams
Fat 27.2 grams 108.6 grams
Protein 35.6 grams 142.4 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon Juice
a squeeze
LegumesPulses
Liquids
300
ml
Chicken Stock
good quality, can substitute with fish stock
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
crushed and finely diced
1
piece
1
piece
White Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
3
tbsp
Coriander
chopped, or chervil
25
g
Fresh Herbs
flat parsley, coriander, mint or basil
OilsFats
50
ml
Seafood
400
g
Monkfish Fillets
4 fillets weighing about 100g each
Vegetables
25
g
Carrot
very finely diced
25
g
Celery
very finely diced
25
g
Leek
very finely diced
2
cm
Root Ginger
crushed and finely diced
3
piece
Vine Tomatoes
skinned, de-seeded and roughly chopped

Steps

  • Boil the lentils for 20-30 minutes until tender, then drain and dry on a tray.
  • Sweat the diced carrot, celery, leek, garlic, and ginger in olive oil until soft.
  • Add seasoning and cook for 3 minutes, then stir in lentils and stock and boil.
  • Add tomatoes and two tablespoons of coriander, simmering for 30 seconds until a loose sauce forms.
  • Fry the monkfish fillets in hot sunflower oil until browned on both sides.
  • Rest the fish on a tray and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Stir the crème fraîche into the lentil mixture.
  • Divide lentils into bowls, slice the fish, and place on top.
  • Garnish with remaining herbs and serve.