Brochettes de Lotte (Monkfish Skewers)
Brochettes de Lotte are flavorful and tender monkfish skewers, marinated in a zesty blend of herbs, lemon, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection. A delightful seafood dish that pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 280cal
Carbohydrate: 10g
Protein: 32g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 150mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
10 min Cook
30 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds (700g) monkfish fillets, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, thyme, parsley, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
- Add the monkfish cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let the fish marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour for more flavor).
- While the fish is marinating, soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill. If using metal skewers, skip this step.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated monkfish cubes onto the skewers, alternating with chunks of red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini slices.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the monkfish is opaque and cooked through, and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Tip: Serve the skewers with a side of lemon wedges and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for added freshness. Pair with a crisp white wine or a light salad for a complete meal.