Ilish Bhorta (Mashed Hilsa Fish)
Ilish Bhorta is a traditional Bangladeshi dish made from Hilsa fish, also known as Ilish. Bhorta refers to a type of dish in Bengali cuisine where ingredients are mashed or pureed.
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.
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Notes
Use fresh Hilsa fish for the best flavor.
Marinate the fish to enhance the flavor.
You may pan fry or grill the fish. Choose the method you prefer.
Take your time to debone the fish properly and mash it preferably in a mortar and pestle for a smooth and consistent texture.
I use mustard oil for the authentic flavor.
Nutrition Info (Estimation Only)
Nutrition Facts
Ilish Bhorta (Mashed Hilsa Fish)
Amount per Serving
Calories
187
Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
45
mg
15
%
Sodium
941
mg
41
%
Potassium
287
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
0.5
g
1
%
Protein
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
335
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
46
mg
5
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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