MONKFISH
SCIENTIFIC NAME: LOPHIUS
Monkfish are a variety of lophiid anglerfish primarily found in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean and Northwestern Pacific Ocean. The monkfish is a bottom-dwelling predator that relies on stealthy camouflage & ambush tactics to attack its prey as it swims by. This species of fish can flourish in a wide range of water temperatures and can be found at depths of up to 3,000 ft.
This fish has been a longstanding cuisine staple in European culinary arts that has now made its way onto menus across the globe due to its unique firm, white meat that is lobster-like both in flavor and texture.
CULINARY INSPIRATION
Monkfish with Caper Butter, Lemon, Garlic, and White Wine Poor Man’s Lobster- Monkfish with browned Butter and Herbs Monkfish with White Wine Lemon Butter Sauce Monkfish in Tomato Garlic Sauce with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Herbs Curry Monkfish with Korean Chili Powder and Scallions Roasted Mediterranean Monkfish
