Non-vegetarianDinnerWest Bengal
Bhapa Ilish
Bhapa Ilish is a non-vegetarian dinner from West Bengal. It is made with hilsa fish, mustard seed and turmeric. One serving has about 300 kcal, 25 g protein, 5 g carbs and 18 g fat.
Did you know? A steamed hilsa dish where mustard dominates. The fish should be fresh. Some versions add coconut. The steaming retains moisture. The flavors are pungent. The mustard should be freshly ground. Best served with green chilies.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Non-vegetarian
- Course
- Dinner
- Cuisine
- West Bengal
- Calories
- 300 kcal
- Protein
- 25 g
- Style
- Healthy
Main ingredients
- hilsa fish
mustard seed
turmeric
Quantities depend on the cook; the videos below show the method step by step.
