Recipes The Original Roy's in Hawaii Kai Pan-seared Monchong

Pan-seared Monchong Recipe

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@theoriginalroysinhawaiikai

Sep 18 2024

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30m

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Serves 4

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Make Pan-seared Monchong in just 30m. Pan-seared monchong with minty nam pla and green papaya.

Preparing the Fish

1. Season the Fillets

Pat the monchong fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

2. Sear the Fish

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the monchong fillets and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Making the Sauce

3. Combine Sauce Ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, chopped mint leaves, lime juice, sugar, and chili flakes until well combined.

Preparing the Salad

4. Mix Salad Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, lime juice, and fish sauce. Toss to mix well. Top with crushed peanuts.

Serving

5. Plate the Dish

On a plate, serve the seared monchong fillets alongside the green papaya salad. Drizzle the minty nam pla sauce over the fish and garnish with additional mint if desired.

Pan-seared Monchong Recipe

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Minty Nam Pla Sauce

Green Papaya Salad