Ingredients
- 600g Monkfish Fillet
- 100g Créme Fraiche
- 10g Coriander Seeds Crushed
- 1 each Spanish Onion
- 20g Bombay Spice Mix
- 16 each Baby Potatoes
- 4 each Plum Tomatoes
- 1 each Shallots
- 0.5 each Red Chili Pepper
- 1 each Lime Juice
- 20ml Olive Oil
- 10g Chopped Coriander
Method
For the Monkfish
- Begin by preparing the Monkfish, cut the fish into medallions, about 40g each and you will allow 4 medallions per person.
- Coat all the monkfish in the crème fraiche and lay out on an oven tray.
- Now season the fish with a little salt and pepper along with the crushed coriander seeds.
- Bake in a pre heated oven at 180 degrees for about 12 minutes or until the fish is soft to the touch.
For the Potatoes
- To prepare the potatoes cut them into small coin shape rounds and steam or boil unitl almost cooked through.
- Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
- In a large heavy based pan add a little oil and place over a medium heat.
- Add the spice mix to the pan and stir continuously for about 2 minutes, so the spice begins to cook.
- Now add the sliced Spanish onion and sauté gently until they are soft all the way through.
- Remove the onions from the pan and set to one side.
- Return the pan to the heat and turn the heat up full.
- Add a little more oil to the pan and place in the sliced potatoes, tossing them in the oil all the while for about 2 minutes, now return the onions to pan and continue tossing the pan until the potatoes and onions have been completely mixed and are hot through.
For the French Beans
- Simply boil in a little salted water for 2 minutes and remove for serving.
For the Salsa
- Remove the seeds from the tomatoes and chop into small cubes.
- Finely dice the shallot and add to the tomatoes along with the finely diced chili, lime juice, chopped coriander and olive oil.
- Check the taste but it will need a little salt.
To Serve:
- Run a thick line of potatoes across the plate.
- Place a few of the French beans cris-cross across the top of the potatoes.
- Place for of the medallions of Monkfish on top and spoon a little of the salsa over and around.
- Garnish with a little fresh coriander.
Enjoy!