Monkfish and halibut are very different but alike in their big size and firm, delicately flavoured white flesh. They are not as expensive as they used to be, but they are probably still correctly called luxury fish. The flesh hangs together well, so they are ideal for kebabs, stews and steaks.
Monkfish and smokey bacon
Bake a monkfish tail in foil for about 30 minutes in a hot oven, then dice into 2cm cubes. Add chopped good-quality smoked bacon (back or streaky) and some halved cherry tomatoes. Serve with parsley - A 500g monkfish tail will easily serve 6 as a starter, or 4 as a light meal.
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