Monkfish Taco Recipe | How to Make Incredible Fish Tacos

In this video, I’ll show you how to make delicious monkfish tacos from scratch — complete with avocado cream and a vibrant mango salsa. Often called the "poor man's lobster," monkfish has a firm, sweet texture that’s perfect for tacos. Whether you’re a seafood lover or just looking to try something new, this easy monkfish taco recipe is packed with flavour, texture, and freshness.

Monkfish is a great alternative to lobster — and when paired with tropical flavours, it shines in a way you might not expect. This fish taco recipe is ideal for summer dinners, seafood lovers, or Taco Tuesday with a twist.

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Monkfish Taco Recipe | How to Make Incredible Fish Tacos

Makes 4

Ingredients

200g x Monkfish

1 x Lime (Zest & Juice)

3 x Cloves of Garlic (Minced)

10g x Coriander (Chopped)

40ml x Olive Oil

Salt & Black Pepper

Mango Salsa

1 x Mango (Diced)

1/2 x Medium Red Onion (Finely Diced)15g x Coriander (Chopped)

1/4 tsp x Chilli Flakes

Juice of 1 Lime

Pinch of Salt

Avocado Puree

1 x Ripe Avocado

1 x Garlic Clove 

100g x Yoghurt, Creme Fraiche or Soured Cream

Juice of 1 Lime

Salt & Black Pepper to Taste

You will also need

Small Tortilla Wraps

Crunchy Lettuce (sliced\shredded)

Fresh Coriander (to Garnish)

Lemon Wedges

Method

1. Cut the monkfish into large bite-sized pieces and place them into a bowl. Add in the zest and juice of a lime, the garlic, coriander, olive oil and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix and leave in the fridge until ready to use. 

2. To make the mango salsa, place the prepared ingredients into a bowl and mix until well combined.

3. For the avocado puree, place the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. 

4. To cook the monkfish, place a frying pan over medium heat and allow it to heat up for 2 minutes. Add in the monkfish leaving most of the marinade behind in the bowl. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until completely cooked through and lightly charred on the outside. 

5. To serve place some lettuce onto the centre of a tortilla and spoon over the avocado cream. Next, place on 2 or 3 pieces of monkfish and a spoonful of mango salsa. Finish with a squeeze of lime and some fresh coriander. 

Enjoy!