Bangor & Groomsport
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Enjoy harbour hopping and historical heritage on this trail.
This seaside resort, known for its rich maritime heritage, is home to a small fishing harbour and bustling marina. The boats here are mainly fishing for shellfish such as scallops and lobsters - look out for them landing their catch! Enjoy the soft chimes of sails clanging in the wind as you explore the seafront. Just a ten-minute drive from Bangor is the beautiful village of Groomsport, known for its picturesque harbour. Get ready for historical heritage, scenic charm, and some seriously tasty seafood on this Trail!
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Remember the saying “never judge a book by its cover”? Well that’s certainly true for monkfish - a monstrous-looking but terrifyingly tasty fish! Monkfish has a mild flavour and meaty and firm texture similar to lobster which makes it perfect for curries. Try it for yourself!
Mighty monkfish curry
- 500g monkfish, in 3cm chunks
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 onions, finely chopped
- 3cm piece ginger, peeled and grated
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 8 curry leaves
- 2 red + 2 green chillies, finely chopped (less if you like it milder)
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 400ml can coconut milk
- 300g long grain rice
- Chopped fresh coriander, to garnish
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- Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat then add the onions, ginger, garlic and curry leaves. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onions are browned.
- Add the chillies, cumin, turmeric, and ground coriander. Cook for 1-2 minutes then add the tamarind paste, lime juice and 150ml water.
- Add the monkfish to the pan. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to the boil, then turn down to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper and cook gently for 5-10 minutes or until the fish is just cooked.
- Cook the rice according to the packet instructions. Serve the curry garnished with fresh coriander.