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Monkfish Loaf

Monkfish Loaf

Prepare "Monkfish Loaf with Tarragon Sauce," a delightful French recipe. Enjoy fresh monkfish with tomatoes and eggs, mixed with low-fat cheese and a unique flavor from cayenne and cognac. Then, bake it in the oven at a medium temperature and serve it with the delicious tarragon sauce. This recipe is rich in protein and nutrients, adding a special touch to your lifestyle, providing a delightful and appetizing cooking experience. The recipe offers approximately 500 calories per serving.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 60 mins
Servings 4
Calories 2000 kcal
Best Season Spring
Ingredients
  • 2 monkfish tails (of 750 g)
  • 4 eggs
  • 4 tomatoes
  • 250 grams fat-free cottage cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 2 tablespoons cognac
  • Tarragon sauce
  • Pepper
Instructions
  1. Have the fishmonger remove the central bone from the monkfish tails, as well as the skin and heads.

  2. Blanch the tomatoes to peel and seed them.

  3. Mix the whole eggs, cottage cheese, tomatoes, cognac, cayenne, and pepper.

  4. Pour a bit of this mixture into the bottom of a non-stick cake mold.

  5. Arrange the two monkfish tails head to tail, then cover with the remaining mixture.

  6. Bake at a medium temperature (thermostat 6), in a water bath, for one hour.

  7. If the dish browns too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil.

  8. Serving Suggestion
  9. Place "Monkfish with Tarragon Sauce" on a beautiful plate.

  10. Serve it with grilled vegetables or mashed potatoes.

  11. Cut the monkfish into neat slices and arrange them nicely.

  12. Garnish with fresh tarragon leaves.

  13. Serve it with a salad for a balanced flavor.

  14. Opt for a rectangular dish for an elegant presentation.

  15. Add a lemon slice for a refreshing touch.

Nutrition Facts
Protein 77%
Fat 16%
Carbohydrates 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Monkfish Loaf, Tarragon Sauce, French Culinary, Seafood Dish, Baked Recipe, Gourmet Cooking, Special Occasion Meal, Vegetarian Option, Culinary Creativity, Home Cooking,