Ilish bhorta is a very popular dish in Bangladesh.
This traditional recipe offers rich flavor of the Hilsa fish, also known as Ilish, mashed and mixed with several ingredients.
The term “bhorta” typically refers to the mashed or pounded fish.
Here are the simple steps to create this exotic dish in your home.
Key Takeaways:
- Ilish bhorta is a popular Bangladeshi dish showcasing the rich flavors of the country’s cuisine.
- It is made with the hilsa fish, considered the national fish of Bangladesh.
- Ilish bhorta has a unique taste that is rich, savory, and spicy.
- Ilish bhorta is a cherished dish in Bengali cuisine, enjoyed with steamed rice.
The Ingredients:
- Hilsa Fish – 2 tail portions, clean and cut
- Onion – 3 pieces (chopped)
- Dry Red Chilis – 4 pieces
- Turmeric Powder – half spoon
- Mustard Oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – As required
How to Make Ilish Bhorta (Step by Step Images)?
1. First, marinate the Hilsa fish with turmeric and a pinch of salt. Leave it aside for 10 minutes
2. Next, lighten the earthen fireplace or preheat the gas stove.
3. Heat the pan and pour in the oil. When the oil is hot, add the Hilsa fish tail pieces.
4. Fry the Hilsa fish pieces on both sides.
5. Take out the fried fish and add the four dried red chilis to the same oil.
6. Now separate the bones from the fried Hilsa fish pieces by smashing it with a spatula and then using your hands to separate them.
7. Next, take the chopped onions and mix them with a pinch of salt. Then, mash the fried chilis and finally mix everything together perfectly.
8. Add 1 tablespoon of mustard oil.
9. Ilish Bhorta is ready to serve. Serve it with steamed white rice.
Recipe Card:
Ilish Bhorta (Mashed Hilsa Fish)
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Hilsa Fish (tail portions, cut and clean)
- 3 pieces Onion (chopped)
- 4 pieces Dry Red Chilis
- ½ tablespoon Turmeric Powder
- 2 tablespoon Mustard Oil
- Salt to Taste
Instructions
- First, marinate the Hilsa fish with turmeric and a pinch of salt. Leave it aside for 10 minutes.
- Next, lighten the earthen fireplace or preheat the gas stove.
- Heat the pan and pour in the oil. When the oil is hot, add the Hilsa fish tail pieces.
- Fry the Hilsa fish pieces on both sides.
- Take out the fried fish and add the four dried red chilis to the same oil.
- Now separate the bones from the fried Hilsa fish pieces by smashing it with a spatula and then using your hands to separate them.
- Next, take the chopped onions and mix them with a pinch of salt. Then, mash the fried chilis and finally mix everything together perfectly.
- Add 1 tablespoon of mustard oil.
- Ilish Bhorta is ready to serve. Serve it with steamed white rice.
