Monkfish Fillets with Romano Cheese, featuring tender fillets (no head shown) topped with melted Romano cheese, Aleppo chili powder, and rosemary, presented in a rustic and inviting Mediterranean-style setting.

Air-Fried Monkfish with Romano Crust

Savor a tender, cheesy monkfish dish bursting with Italian-inspired flavors.
Portions:2
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 monkfish fillets
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon Aleppo chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 4 tablespoons Romano cheese grated

Instructions

  • Lightly spritz the Air Fryer basket with cooking oil.
  • Spread the garlic paste evenly over both sides of the monkfish fillets.
  • Brush the fillets with melted butter on both sides.
  • Sprinkle the fillets with Aleppo chili powder, rosemary, black pepper, and sea salt.
  • Place the fillets in the Air Fryer basket and cook for 7 minutes.
  • Remove the basket, top the fillets with grated Romano cheese, and return to the Air Fryer.
  • Cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the fish is heated through.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful dish.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice
Pair with a dry white wine like Vermentino or Sauvignon Blanc to enhance the monkfish’s delicate flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 415 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.7 g | Protein: 47.4 g | Fat: 22.5 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugar: 2.3 g
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Course Airfryer / Fish / Seafood / Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Holliday Valentinesday
Diets High-Protein / Keto / Pescatarian