Steamed Hilsa Fish (bhapa Ilish)

Steamed Hilsa Fish, also known as Bhapa Ilish, is a traditional Bengali dish that is popular in North East Indian Cuisine. The dish is known for its delicate flavors and is often enjoyed with steamed rice.

Steamed Hilsa Fish (bhapa Ilish)

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces of Hilsa fish
  • 1 cup mustard paste
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 4 green chilies, slit lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup mustard oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Hilsa fish pieces with mustard paste, turmeric powder, green chilies, mustard oil, and salt.
  2. Wrap the marinated fish pieces in banana leaves.
  3. Steam the wrapped fish for 20 minutes on a stovetop.
  4. Once steamed, serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Banana leaves

Tools

Steamer

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and a side of mixed vegetable curry.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the banana leaves are properly cleaned and softened before wrapping the fish for steaming.

Cost

$20