Monkfish with Garlic & Herb butter

Published on the: 04-03-2019

By Kish Fish

Serves 4
Ingredients
700g filleted monk tails
85g butter
2 cloves garlic – crushed
85g fine white breadcrumbs
1 egg beaten
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 tablespoon finely chopped herbs
Seasoned flour.

Method
Soften butter, add herbs and garlic and then leave to chill.
Make a slit in each monkfish fillet and pack with the chilled herb butter. Fold up to enclose butter.
Toss each piece in seasoned flour, dip in beaten egg and roll in breadcrumbs. Press the crumbs firmly on the fish.
Place the fish in a buttered dish. Dribble a little melted butter or oil and lemon juice on top.
Cook for 30-35 minutes (depending on size) at 375°F/190°C/Gas 5.
Serve at once.