Monkfish

Alternative Names: Frogfish, sea devil

Monterey Bay Recommendation: Listed as good alternative.

Uses in Cooking: Baked or broiled, but most recipes call for it to be sauteed to bring out its texture and flavor which is more similar to lobster than other fish.

Similar Fish: Scallops, lobster, sculpin

Description: This fish is chewy and buttery with a flavor like lobster and a firm texture.

Fun Facts: This fish, which looks like your nightmares, can swallow prey as large as itself.