Mock Lobster Flemish Style
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Course : Seafoods
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 6
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      pound         monk fish fillets
   1      bottle        beer
     1/2  cup           water
   1      small         onion -- quartered
   1      small         celery stalk with top -- cut
                        chunks
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      thyme
   2      tablespoons   butter
   2      tablespoons   flour
     1/4  cup           cream
   1                    egg yolk
     1/2  cup           shredded edam or gruyere
 

Preparation:

The main ingredient in this dish in monk fish, which has a taste and texture similar to lobster. Served in scallop shells or ramekins, it makes a delectable fish course during a multiple-course dinner. Cut fish fillets in half lengthwise, then cut each section into 3/4 inch slices. In a large saucepan, place beer, water, onion, celery, salt, and thyme. Heat to boiling. Add fish, cover, and simmer 4 minutes, or until fish flakes. Remove fish with a slotted spoon. Drain well on paper towels. Boil stock 10 minutes to reduce. Strain. In another saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in flour. Add 3/4 cup strained stock and the cream. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened. Add a little hot mixture to egg yolk and return to pan. Cook slowly, stirring, for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and adjust seasonings. Gently combine fish and sauce. Spoon into scallop shells or individual ramekins. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 2 minutes or just until tops are lightly browned.