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n. - Sharks with broad flat bodies and winglike pectoral fins but that swim the way sharks do; Fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey; Flesh of a large-headed anglerfish of the Atlantic waters of North America.

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  • When the monkfish is nicely crispy and just about cooked through, sizzling in the mushroom juices, add the prawns to the pan.
  • I took note of this episode because Lidia Matticchio Bastianich called monkfish an ugly fish with a tail that tastes like lobster.
  • At a dead heat, Richard goes against Dale to clean the monkfish which is insane looking.
  • There has been a recent increase in landings of less utilized species such as monkfish, cusk, white hake, and skate.
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