CultureAugust 25, 2026
monkfish
MUNK-fish
Definition
A type of bottom-dwelling fish with a large head and wide mouth, often used as a culinary seafood product.
Etymology
Derived from the English 'monk' (referring to the fish's large, hood-like head) and 'fish'. It is a common name applied to species in the anglerfish family.
In the news
The article mentions monkfish as an example of a lesser-known species that chefs are successfully finding new markets for as the fishing industry adapts to change.
Mel Allen: Telling the stories of New England
Read the full article ↗National Fisherman