“You will love this bacon wrapped monkfish recipe idea! Monkfish is a delicately flavoured fish (albeit quite MEATY in that it is dense and filling). It requires a little more cooking time than regular fish fillets, which makes it the perfect option to wrap a strip of bacon around before baking. I love smoked, streaky bacon because there is more fat that will render out into the fish while cooking. More importantly, it is the smokiness of the bacon that is the beautiful dominant flavour. The bacon wrapped monkfish fillets are then served with a lovely, simple yogurt dressing drizzled over. This recipe is so easy, very tasty and perfect with your favourite greens on the side. ” – Monya
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Monkfish, known for its delicate texture and mild flavour, is a versatile and delicious fish that can be prepared in various ways. One particularly mouth-watering option is to wrap it in smoked streaky bacon before baking like I do here.
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The marriage of monkfish and smoked streaky bacon is a match made in culinary heaven. The bacon adds a smoky and savoury element that complements the meaty, slightly sweet taste of the monkfish. Furthermore, the bacon’s natural fat content helps to keep the fish moist and succulent during the cooking process, making it an ideal choice for those following a keto diet.
To elevate the dish further, a simple herby yogurt sauce is the perfect accompaniment. Chopped parsley and a little lemon juice is simply mixed with tangy full-fat yogurt, creating a creamy drizzle to enjoy with the fish. It is essential because it adds a refreshing contrast to the richness of the fish.
This is an easy, mouth-watering keto dinner for those that enjoy both fish and bacon. It not only satisfies the taste buds but also fits perfectly into a low-carb, high-fat keto lifestyle.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Bacon wrapped Monkfish dish, as well as all the Seafood on Fats of Life®.
Bacon-wrapped Monkfish with Sour Herby Yogurt
Per serving
Ingredients
For the bacon-wrapped fish
- 2 monkfish fillets (approx. 125g / 4.4oz each)
- salt and ground white pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 rashers smoked streaky bacon
For the sour herby yogurt
- 70 g (2.5 oz) full-fat plain yogurt
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- handful fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan oven). This is 200°C for conventional ovens (or 400°F / gas mark 6).
- Remove the monkfish from its packaging and pat dry with kitchen paper. Season all sides with a salt, ground white pepper and garlic powder. Don't use TOO much salt here as the bacon will be plenty salty! Wrap a rasher of smoked streaky bacon around each fillet and place onto a tray. Bake in the oven on the middle rack for 25 minutes.
- In the meantime, make the accompanying sour herby yogurt sauce by simply combining the yogurt, lemon juice and chopped parsley together in a bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve the bacon-wrapped fish with the yogurt on the side, or drizzled over. Delicious with a salad on the side - or your favourite low carb vegetables.
My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories 232Kcal / 971kJ
Fat 12g
Carbohydrates 2.9g
Protein 29g
Allergens
Fish
Milk
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx