Monkfish with Spicy Garlic Vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 pounds cleaned monkfish fillets, cut crosswise into 1-inch medallions
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Combine 2 tablespoons of the olive oil with the lemon juice and salt.
- Stir to dissolve the salt.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat.
- When the pan is hot, dip half of the monkfish in the oil marinade.
- Place the medallions in the skillet without touching and sear, turning once, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Transfer the fish to a warm platter.
- Repeat with the remaining medallions.
- Wipe out the skillet.
- Add the remaining 6 tablespoons oil and warm over moderate heat.
- Add the garlic and cook until golden, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the red pepper and vinegar.
- Pour the sauce over the fish and sprinkle the parsley on top.
olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt, monkfish, garlic, red pepper, sherry vinegar, parsley
Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/monkfish-with-spicy-garlic-vinaigrette (may not work)