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Spicy Grilled Monkfish with Mango Salsa

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  • Serves 4
  • Cooks in 25 mins (15m prep + 10m cook)
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Tastes: Bitter Salty Sour Sweet Umami
  • Estimated nutrition per serving

Monkfish recipe

local_grocery_store Ingredients

restaurant_menu Method

  1. 1.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3.Place the monkfish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
  4. 4.While the fish is marinating, prepare the mango salsa by combining the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime zest, and salt in a bowl. Mix well.
  5. 5.Grill the monkfish fillets for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
  6. 6.Serve the grilled monkfish with the mango salsa on top. Enjoy!

lightbulb_outline Tips

  • chevron_rightIf you can't find monkfish, you can substitute it with other firm-fleshed fish like halibut or swordfish.
  • chevron_rightAdjust the spice level of the marinade by adding more or less cayenne pepper according to your preference.
  • chevron_rightFor extra flavor, you can sprinkle some chopped fresh mint or basil over the mango salsa before serving.