Roasted Monkfish with Balsamic Vinegar and Shallots

Elevate your seafood game with this elegant recipe for Roasted Monkfish with Balsamic Vinegar and Shallots. Featuring tender, golden-seared monkfish fillets roasted to perfection alongside caramelized shallots, this dish is brimming with rich, savory flavors. A splash of balsamic vinegar adds a subtly sweet tang, while fresh thyme, garlic, and melted butter infuse the fish with aromatic complexity. Finished with a zesty squeeze of lemon juice, this restaurant-worthy meal is surprisingly easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, using one oven-safe skillet. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight indulgence, serve it with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly irresistible plate. Keywords: roasted monkfish, balsamic vinegar recipe, caramelized shallots, elegant seafood dish, one-skillet meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6-8 oz each) Monkfish fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Shallots
• 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pat the monkfish fillets dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 3

Peel the shallots and slice them into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the monkfish fillets and sear on one side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Flip the fillets and add the unsalted butter, minced garlic, and fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet. Baste the fish with the melted butter using a spoon for 1 minute.

Step 6

Scatter the sliced shallots around the fish in the skillet. Drizzle everything with the balsamic vinegar.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Once done, remove the skillet from the oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the monkfish and shallots for a bright, zesty finish.

Step 9

Carefully plate the monkfish along with the roasted shallots, drizzling some of the balsamic pan juices over the top for extra flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite side dish, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(654.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	907.7

Total Fat 58.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 161.2mg	0%
Sodium 2633.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 61.9g	0%

Vitamin D 793.8IU	0%
Calcium 130.1mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1867.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.9%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 14.8%