Authentic Norwegian Monkfish Stew: A Creamy Delight (Day 18)

monkfish

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: hake

Cod is lower in calories and more affordable.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option with similar creaminess.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted.

Add chopped onions and leeks, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add diced potatoes and carrots, stirring to combine.

Pour in fish stock and white wine, bringing to a simmer.

Add bay leaves and season with salt and black pepper.

Cook until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.

Add diced monkfish to the pot, cooking until opaque, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cream and chopped dill, heating through for 2 minutes.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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