Healthy Indian Recipes
Spiced Ajwain Monkfish with Yogurt Marinade
Ajwainy Monkfish
Description: This dish features succulent monkfish marinated in a fragrant carom spiced yogurt, delivering a delightful blend of flavors and spices that awaken the palate.
Nutritional Information
| Nutritional Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Dietary Info | Wheat-Free |
| Servings | 4 |
| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 10 minutes |
| Spice Level | Medium |
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Monkfish, in thick chunks | 500g |
| Fresh ginger | 1-inch piece |
| Fresh garlic | 2 cloves |
| Natural yogurt | 200g |
| Carom seeds (ajwain) | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground coriander | 1 teaspoon |
| Turmeric powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | to taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the First Marinade:
- In a pestle and mortar, add the fresh ginger and garlic cloves. Crush them into a smooth paste, allowing their aromatic qualities to meld beautifully.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ginger-garlic paste with yogurt, carom seeds, ground coriander, turmeric powder, lemon juice, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
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Marinate the Monkfish:
- Gently add the monkfish chunks into the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated with the spiced yogurt mixture.
- Cover the bowl and allow the monkfish to marinate for 30 minutes, letting the flavors penetrate the fish while you prepare the second marinade.
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Cooking:
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, arrange the marinated monkfish pieces on the grill or in the skillet.
- Cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the monkfish is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
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Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the monkfish from heat and serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or a side salad, if desired. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or flatbreads.
