Mediterranean 30 min
Spiced Monkfish Stew
seafoodgluten-freedairy-freehigh-protein
Ingredientsfor 2
320
Cal
38g
Protein
14g
Carbs
12g
Fat
- 11.5 lbs monkfish tails, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 23 tablespoons olive oil
- 31 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
- 44 cloves garlic, minced
- 51 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 61/2 cup dry white wine
- 71 cup fish stock
- 81 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 91/2 teaspoon saffron in 2 tablespoons warm water
- 10Pinch of cayenne
- 11Fresh parsley and lemon zest for serving
- 12Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook fennel for 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and smoked paprika. Cook 1 minute. Add white wine, let bubble 2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, fish stock, saffron water, and cayenne. Simmer 10 minutes.
- 2
Season monkfish with salt and pepper. Nestle pieces into the simmering sauce in a single layer. Cover and cook on medium-low for 10–12 minutes until fish is just cooked through and firm.
- 3
Taste and season the sauce. Monkfish is a firm, meaty fish that can absorb bold flavors. Garnish with parsley and lemon zest. Serve with crusty bread or over saffron rice.