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Monkfish is known for its tight, meaty white flesh that is often compared to lobster meat. It's not only similar to lobster in texture, but also in flavour. It has a mild, sweet flavour without a trace of fishiness.

Check out this delicious recipe from foodandwine.com

MONKFISH IN TOMATOE-GARLIC SAUCE

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 heads of garlic plus 4 large cloves, peeled and very thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
• 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups water
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• Eight 6-ounce cleaned monkfish fillets, about 2 inches thick

STEP 1:

Preheat the oven to 400°. In a large skillet, warm 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Add the sliced garlic and cook slowly over very low heat, shaking the skillet, until the garlic is deep golden, 15 minutes. Remove about 1/4 cup of garlic slices to a plate and reserve. Add the paprika to the garlic in the skillet and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and cook over moderately high heat for 1 minute. Add the water and simmer until the sauce has reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

STEP 2:

In a very large skillet, heat the 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Cook over high heat until browned on the bottom, 2 minutes. Turn the fish, transfer to the oven, and roast until just cooked through, 15 minutes.

STEP 3:

Transfer the fish to a large, warmed platter. Pour any juices from the skillet into the sauce and simmer for 2 minutes. Spoon the sauce onto plates and set the fish on top. Scatter the fried garlic over the fish and serve right away.