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Salads & starters

Ankimo (monkfish liver)

Monkfish liver steamed and then served cold in thin slices, with a smooth, creamy texture. Highly prized as a starter in Japan, especially in autumn and winter.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Préparation

Service

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Rinse the liver under cold water, remove the veins and membranes, then sprinkle it with salt.
  2. Let it rest for 20 minutes in the refrigerator, then rinse it again and pat it dry.
  3. Wrap the liver in cling film, roll it into a log and seal the ends.
  4. Steam it, lid on, for 15 to 20 minutes, until it is firm and an even color.
  5. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  6. Cut it into thin slices, arrange them on plates with the grated daikon and chives, drizzle with ponzu and sprinkle with shichimi.

Variations and tips

Simplified version. If you can't find monkfish liver, a well-cleaned chicken liver cooked the same way gives a similar texture.

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Original Ecomely recipe.