Premium Wild-Caught Monkfish (Lophius piscatorius) – Tender, White Meat & Mild Flavor – 500g to 5kg – Sustainable Seafood – Wildfischfang

Indulge in the Unique Taste of Wild-Caught Monkfish!

Experience the distinctive and mildly sweet flavor of wild-caught Monkfish (Lophius piscatorius), known for its firm, white meat and almost boneless texture. Often referred to as the “Devil” due to its appearance, Monkfish is highly prized in Mediterranean cuisine for its versatility and delicate flavor. Whether it’s in soups, steamed, breaded, or baked, Monkfish offers a nutritious, low-fat, and digestible option for any meal. A true delicacy in fine dining, it’s perfect for calorie-conscious diets and gourmet dishes.

Key Features, Highlights & Product Specifications:

✅ Happen: Fresh, wild-caught Monkfish (Lophius piscatorius), sourced from sustainable fisheries in the Atlantic, North Sea, and the Mediterranean.

✅ Fang: Wild-caught using trawls, with a focus on sustainable fishing methods to minimize environmental impact.

✅ Wild Catch: 100% wild-caught Monkfish, offering a mild, slightly sweet flavor, often compared to lobster.

✅ Taste: Mild, slightly sweet, with a delicate flavor that absorbs spices and marinades well. Ideal for roasting, grilling, or soups.

✅ Meat: Tender, white, and firm, with almost no bones—only the tail is used, with the head typically used for soups.

✅ Preparation: Perfect for soups, steaming, baking, roasting, or grilling. Its firm texture remains compact even when exposed to high heat.

✅ Health: Rich in protein, low in fat, and contains essential minerals like potassium and phosphorus, making it an ideal choice for a calorie-conscious diet.

✅ Size & Weight: Typically weighs between 500g to 5kg, with commercially available specimens usually weighing between 2 to 5kg.

✅ Popularity: Highly prized in fine dining, particularly in Southern Europe, where it’s a staple in Mediterranean fish dishes.

✅ Special Features: Known as the “Devil” for its frightening appearance, Monkfish has a fishing rod-like appendage on its head used to lure prey.

✅ Price: CHF 30.– to CHF 55.– per kg, depending on catch region, freshness, and fishing methods.

✅ Wild Caught: Exclusively wild-caught Monkfish, ensuring premium quality and a natural, authentic flavor.

✅ Sustainability: Partially overfished in the Mediterranean, so responsible sourcing from small-scale fisheries is recommended to ensure sustainability.

✅ Foundability: Available seasonally at Wildfischfang, your trusted source for premium wild-caught seafood.

✅ Fishing Methods: Caught using trawls and gillnets, ensuring a sustainable approach to sourcing Monkfish.

✅ Countries of Origin: Found in the Atlantic, North Sea, and Mediterranean, typically in deeper waters with sandy or muddy bottoms.

✅ Popular Preparation Methods: Ideal for roasting, grilling, braising, or in soups. Monkfish is a classic Mediterranean dish often paired with tomatoes and herbs.

✅ Delicacy Status: A delicacy in Southern Europe, highly valued in fine dining and Mediterranean cuisine.