The raw liver of a monkfish, or anglerfish, Lophius piscatorius, caught trawling in the English Channel. The liver is popular in some parts of the wor
The raw liver of a monkfish, or anglerfish, Lophius piscatorius, caught trawling in the English Channel. The liver is popular in some parts of the world for making ankimo, a dish in which the liver is steamed and then served with various sauces and vegetables. The monkfish liver, in keeping with other fish livers, can contain parasitic nematode worms known as anisakis worms. The worm can be seen partially removed from the liver. If ingested alive, the worms can cause anisakiasis, a condition in humans which can have unpleasant effects. The worms can be rendered harmless by freezing for several days or by cooking. There is some confusion between monkfish and anglerfish. Historically the name monkfish was used for a type of fish known as an angel shark, Squatina squatina, however monkfish has become the name by which angler fish are normally referred to. Dorset England UK GB.
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