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Ilish Bhapa

Ilish Bhapa

A traditional home-style dish with a spiced sauce and a clear regional flavor.

Time40 min
Servings4
Calories261 kcal
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • ilish fish or herring600 g
  • mustard paste3 tbsp
  • grated coconut80 g
  • chili pepper1 pcs
  • mustard seeds1 tsp
  • salt1 tsp
  • vegetable oil2 tbsp

Instructions

1

Cut Hilsa or herring, Mustard paste, Grated coconut, Chili pepper; chop the onion, garlic, and ginger separately.

2

Heat the fat in a heavy pan and cook the onion until golden; add garlic, ginger, and the recipe spices.

3

Add the main ingredient and fry until coated with the spiced base.

4

Add tomatoes, yogurt, coconut milk, or the liquid base included in the recipe.

5

Simmer gently until tender and the sauce thickens; adjust salt and acidity at the end.

6

Serve hot with rice, flatbread, or the traditional side for this dish.