Pan-Seared Monkfish with Sweet and Sour Glaze
A sweet and sour glaze complements the delicate flavor of monkfish in this Asian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
- ●4 monkfish fillets1 inch thick
- ●2 tablespoons mildly flavored oilfor pan-searing
- ●2 tablespoons soursour plum sauce
- ●2 tablespoons sweethoney
- ●1 teaspoon pungentginger
- ●1 teaspoon chinesefive-spice powder
- ●2 cloves andgarlic, minced
- ●to taste salt
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. Season the monkfish fillets with salt.
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3. In a small saucepan, heat the mildly flavored oil over medium heat.
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4. Add the garlic and ginger to the oil and sauté for 1 minute.
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5. Stir in the sour plum sauce and honey to create the sweet and sour glaze.
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6. Pan-sear the monkfish fillets in the oil for 2-3 minutes on each side.
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7. Transfer the monkfish to a baking dish and brush with the sweet and sour glaze.
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8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
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9. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.