Ankimo Delight

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) monkfish liver 500g (1.1 lb) monkfish liver
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1 tablespoon sake 1 tablespoon sake
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon grated garlic 1 teaspoon grated garlic
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 2g, 0g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the monkfish liver under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. 2.
   In a steamer, place the monkfish liver and steam for 20 minutes until cooked through.
3. 3.
   Remove the liver from the steamer and let it cool to room temperature.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sake, grated ginger, and grated garlic.
5. 5.
   Place the cooled monkfish liver in a shallow dish and pour the soy sauce mixture over it. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
6. 6.
   Before serving, remove the monkfish liver from the marinade and slice it into thin pieces.
7. 7.
   Arrange the slices on a serving plate and drizzle with sesame oil.
8. 8.
   Garnish with thinly sliced scallions and freshly ground black pepper.
9. 9.
   Serve chilled and enjoy the Ankimo Delight!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Monkfish liver — Ensure that the monkfish liver is fresh and of high quality. Rinse it thoroughly under cold water to remove any impurities before steaming.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more intense flavor, you can marinate the monkfish liver overnight.
• Serve the Ankimo Delight with a side of fresh wasabi and soy sauce for dipping.
• If you can't find monkfish liver, you can substitute it with foie gras for a different but equally delicious variation.
• To enhance the presentation, garnish the dish with edible flowers or microgreens.
• Pair the Ankimo Delight with a crisp and chilled sake to complement the flavors.

Serving advice

Serve the Ankimo Delight as an appetizer or part of a traditional Japanese kaiseki meal. It can be enjoyed on its own or spread on toasted baguette slices.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sliced monkfish liver on a beautiful plate, drizzle with sesame oil, and garnish with thinly sliced scallions. The dish should be visually appealing, showcasing the delicate texture of the liver.