Grilled Monkfish with Herbed Butter (Grillað Skerpikjøt)

Grillað Skerpikjøt, or Grilled Monkfish, is a traditional dish from the Faroe Islands that showcases the delicious flavors of the local seafood. In this recipe, the monkfish is grilled to perfection and served with a flavorful herbed butter, making it a perfect dish for a special occasion or a family dinner.

Pescatarian Gluten Free Seafood Faroese Grilled Monkfish Herbed Butter Faroese Cuisine
Grilled Monkfish with Herbed Butter (Grillað Skerpikjøt)

Ingredients

  • 4 monkfish fillets
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Season the monkfish fillets with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the monkfish fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
  5. Remove the monkfish from the grill and top each fillet with a generous dollop of the herbed butter.
  6. Serve the grilled monkfish immediately, with any remaining herbed butter on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl

Tools

Grill Knife Cutting board Small bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the grilled monkfish with a side of roasted vegetables and a crisp green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, make sure to use fresh herbs in the herbed butter.

Cost

$20