This delicious and easy baked monkfish recipe combines tender fish, potatoes, garlic, lemon juice, and white wine for a flavorful Portuguese-inspired meal. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Looking for an easy way to prepare monkfish? This Baked Monkfish with Potatoes is a simple and flavorful Portuguese-inspired fish dinner made with tender monkfish, potatoes, onions, garlic, lemon juice, white wine, and olive oil.
The monkfish and potatoes are baked together until tender and golden, while the lemon and white wine create a delicious sauce that keeps the fish flavorful and succulent. It's an easy oven-baked fish recipe that's perfect for a family dinner, Sunday lunch, or whenever you want a comforting meal without complicated preparation.
Serve this baked monkfish with a simple green salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying family meal. If you’re looking for more easy dinner ideas, try these flavorful favorites: Easy Baked Salmon with Lemon Mustard Sauce, Portuguese Salt Cod Fritters (Pataniscas de Bacalhau), and Fish with Lemon Onion Sauce. Simple, comforting recipes that make it easy to prepare a delicious family dinner without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients for Baked Monkfish with Potatoes
Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:
- Monkfish - The main protein, with a firm, meaty texture and mild flavor.
- Lemon juice - Adds a fresh aroma and balances the rich flavors of the dish.
- White wine - Helps create a flavorful sauce.
- Garlic - Adds a delicious flavorful that complements the monkfish and potatoes.
- Parsley - Adds a fresh flavor and a touch of color when sprinkled over the finished dish.
- Pepper - Adds a slightly spicy touch and enhances the natural flavors of the fish.
- Potatoes - Make the dish more substantial and absorb the delicious lemon, wine, garlic and olive oil flavors as they bake.
- Onion - Adds flavor as it softens and cooks in the oven.
- Olive oil - Helps the fish and potatoes brown while adding richness and enhancing the other flavors.
- Salt - Enhances and balances all the flavors in the recipe.
Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.
How to Make Baked Monkfish with Potatoes
Step 1: Peel and wash the potatoes. Place the sliced onions, potatoes, and fish in a baking dish. Season with lemon juice, white wine, salt, and pepper. Let the fish and potatoes marinate for about 1 hour.
Step 2: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
Step 3: Drizzle with olive oil and bake for about 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the potatoes are tender and starting to turn golden brown. Occasionally, spoon the sauce over the fish and potatoes as they bake.
Step 4: Turn off the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately while hot.
Variations
• Baked Monkfish with Vegetables: Add sliced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes or zucchini to the baking dish for more vegetables and color.
• Monkfish with Herbs: Add fresh parsley, coriander, rosemary or thyme for a different flavor profile.
• Spicy Baked Monkfish: Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or paprika for a spicy touch.
• Monkfish with Lemon and Garlic: For a more vibrant flavor, increase the amount of fresh lemon juice and garlic.
Tips for Making Baked Monkfish
• Don't overcook the monkfish: Monkfish has a firm, meaty texture, but it can become tough and dry if overcooked.
• Let the fish marinate: The lemon juice, white wine, garlic and seasoning give the monkfish more flavor. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
• Baste while baking: Spoon some of the cooking juices over the fish and potatoes during baking to keep everything flavorful and moist.
• Watch the browning: If the fish or potatoes become too brown before they are fully cooked, cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
FAQs
How do you cook monkfish in the oven?
To bake monkfish, season it with lemon juice, white wine, garlic, salt and pepper, then place it in a baking dish with potatoes and onions. Drizzle with olive oil and bake at 350°F (180°C) until the fish and potatoes are tender and golden.
How long does monkfish take to bake?
For this recipe, the monkfish and potatoes take about 1 hour and 15 minutes at 350°F (180°C). Cooking time can vary depending on the oven and the size and thickness of the fish and potatoes.
What does monkfish taste like?
Monkfish has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a firm, meaty texture. It is sometimes compared to lobster because of its texture, although the flavor is milder.
Can I use frozen monkfish?
Yes. Thaw the monkfish completely in the refrigerator before cooking and pat it dry with paper towels. This helps prevent excess moisture from affecting the texture and seasoning.
Can I use monkfish fillets instead of a whole piece?
Yes. Monkfish fillets work well in this recipe. Keep in mind that smaller or thinner pieces may cook faster, so check them before the potatoes are finished.
How do I know when monkfish is done?
The monkfish should flake easily when tested with a fork.
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Baked Monkfish with Potatoes
This delicious and easy baked monkfish recipe combines tender fish, potatoes, garlic, lemon juice, and white wine for a flavorful Portuguese-inspired meal. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for a comforting family dinner.
- 1kg (2 1/4 pounds) monkfish cut into pieces
- Juice of one lemon
- 100 ml (1/2 cup) white wine
- 5 cloves of garlic
- Parsley (to taste)
- A pinch of pepper
- 1 kg (2 1/4 pounds) small potatoes
- 2 medium onions
- 100 ml (1/2 cup) olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Peel and wash the potatoes. Place the sliced onions, potatoes, and fish in a baking dish. Season with lemon juice, white wine, salt, and pepper. Let the fish and potatoes marinate for about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
- Drizzle with olive oil and bake for about 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the potatoes are tender and starting to turn golden brown. Occasionally, spoon the sauce over the fish and potatoes as they bake.
- Turn off the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately while hot.
I tried this recipe only because I had all the Ingredients at hand . For a very simple easy recipe It was delicious.
Thank you Lesley!
Did it really take 1hr and 15 mins to cook? How big were your pieces of monkfish?
Thanks June
Hi June,
First of all, we apologize for the delay in replying.
All the recipes are tested before we add to the website. Sometimes depends on the oven, add a little more time and cover the baking dish with aluminium foil to prevent the fish to dry.