Monkfish Rice (arroz De Tamboril)

Monkfish Rice, or Arroz de Tamboril, is a traditional Portuguese dish that features tender monkfish cooked in a flavorful rice stew. This dish is a beloved part of Portuguese cuisine and is perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Monkfish Rice (arroz De Tamboril)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb monkfish, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the red bell pepper and cook for a few minutes.
  3. Stir in the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until mostly evaporated.
  5. Add the fish broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Gently add the monkfish chunks to the pot and cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the fish is cooked through.
  7. Once the rice is tender and the fish is cooked, remove the pot from the heat.
  8. Discard the bay leaf and garnish the monkfish rice with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon

Tools

Pot Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Monkfish Rice with a side of fresh salad and crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of heavy cream to the stew just before serving.

Cost

$20