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monkfish
[ muhngk-fish ]
noun
, plural (especially collectively) monk·fish, (especially referring to two or more kinds or species) monk·fish·es.
monkfish
/ ˈmʌŋkˌfɪʃ /
noun
- Also called (US)goosefish any of various anglers of the genus Lophius
- See angel sharkanother name for the angel shark
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The other main course I am always happy to relive is brined, grilled monkfish presented on sauteed baby spinach, bold with garlic, in a creamy yellow moat of coconut milk pulsing with ginger and green chiles.
From Washington Post
To accentuate the flavor of the monkfish, Shetty adds Thai fish sauce to the pool.
From Washington Post
We caught also a monkfish, of which I brought home the picture.
From Project Gutenberg
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