Baked Monkfish Boulangere Recipe

Name: Baked Monkfish Boulangere Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 x lemons; 50 gm fresh white breadcrumbs; 5 x level tbsp minced flat leafed parsley; 2 clv garlic; 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1 x salt and freshly grnd black pepper; 1 kg monkfish tail filleted into 4 pcs; 12 slc parma ham; 350 gm onions; 900 gm medium sized new potatoes; 75 gm butter; 1 x level tsp dry thyme thyme sprigs to garnish

Servings: persons

3 x lemons
50 gm fresh white breadcrumbs
5 x level tbsp minced flat leafed parsley
2 clv garlic
3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 x salt and freshly grnd black pepper
1 kg monkfish tail filleted into 4 pcs
12 slc parma ham
350 gm onions
900 gm medium sized new potatoes
75 gm butter
1 x level tsp dry thyme thyme sprigs to garnish

1
Grate rind of 2 lemons; place in a food processor with the breadcrumbs parsley crushed garlic 2 tbsp oil and seasoning.
2
Add in remaining oil if mix seems dry.
3
Process for 1 minute till well combined.
4
Lay the monkfish flatside up on a board.
5
Sprinkle half breadcrumb mix on one filet; lay the other fillet on top.
6
Repeat with remaining fish to make two parcels.
7
Wrap each parcel with the parma ham making sure the fish is completely covered.
8
Tie at 50mm intervals with fine string.
9
If you have time chill the fish at this stage so the flavour can develop.
10
Thickly slice the onions scrub and quarter the potatoes and quarter the remaining lemon.
11
Use 25g butter to grease a large roasting tin.
12
Place the potatoes onion and lemon in the tin then season and spnnkle with dry thyme.
13
Dot with remaining butter then cook on the floor of the roasting ovenfor 30 min then stir and place on the top runners for a further 20 min or possibly till golden.
14
Place fish on top of the potatoes.
15
Cover with foil and return to the bottom runners of the roasting ovenfor 20 min.
16
Garnish with thyme and serve immediately.
17
Two monkfish tails should give you this amount.
18
The fishmonger can fillet them for you.
19
Monkfish has a wonderful texture and with the flavour of lemony crumbs and parma ham on a bed of roast onions and potatoes this is a very easy dish to serve for friends.

39969

kcal

Calories

1624

Fat

5576

Carbs

779

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 x lemons, 50 gm fresh white breadcrumbs, 5 x level tbsp minced flat leafed parsley, 2 clv garlic, and more.

Yes, Baked Monkfish Boulangere Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!