Sumac Rubbed Baked Monkfish

Sumac Rubbed Baked Monkfish

Sumac Rubbed Baked Monkfish

Monkfish is a tasty alternative to lobster if you don’t want to break the bank; having somewhat similar texture. This Lebanese gives the monkfish a lemony and spicy flavor; taking only 20 minutes to prepare and bake in the oven. You can even grill the monkfish tails indirectly for 10-12 minutes in total.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Lebanese
Keyword: fish, Lebanese, main course, Western Asian
Author: Alex Gorgos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb monkfish tails 2-3
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp sumac
  • 2 tsp za’atar seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  • Mix together all of the spices.
  • Rub the monkfish in the olive oil, then coat with the spices.
  • Bake the monkfish on a baking sheet lined in parchment paper for 15 minutes in a preheated 400 degree oven.

Serve the monkfish with lemon wedges.