Spanish Braised Monkfish Recipe

Name: Spanish Braised Monkfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 red bell peppers, diced; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/3 cup dry sherry; 1 cup bottled clam juice; 1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds; 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper; 2 pounds monkfish, membranes removed, fish cut to make 4 pieces; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup dry sherry
1 cup bottled clam juice
1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds
1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
2 pounds monkfish, membranes removed, fish cut to make 4 pieces
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
In a large deep frying pan, heat the oil over moderate heat.
2
Add the onion, bell peppers, and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and sherry; simmer for 1 minute.
4
Add the clam juice and bring to a simmer.
5
Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
6
Transfer the contents of the frying pan to a blender or food processor and puree.
7
Add the almonds and the black pepper.
8
Pulse until the nuts are chopped very fine.
9
Return the sauce to the pan.
10
Bring the sauce just to a simmer and add the fish to the pan.
11
Simmer, covered, until just done, 10 to 12 minutes.
12
Slice the fish on the diagonal and serve with the parsley sprinkled over the top.

150

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 2 red bell peppers, diced, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Spanish Braised Monkfish 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.

Spanish Braised Monkfish

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