Ilish Bhapa Shorshe Recipe

One of the most popular fish varieties, hilsa or ilish is a delicious, fragrant and versatile variety. with the interesting flavour profile and oily texture, hilsa fish is an ideal variety for both braising and frying. This fish paired with the pungent flavour of mustard makes a delectable treat to be relished any time of the day. the hint of green chillies, the flavour of the hilsa fish and the mustard gravy make this ilish bhapa sorshe recipe an ideal dish to pair with a simple lunch platter. 

A recipe of steamed ilish fish with mustard paste that originates from the state of Bengal in the Indian subcontinent. Illish bhapa shorshe is prepared by coating the fish in a flavourful and spicy mix and steaming it using a boiler system. This dish can be served either for lunch or dinner and tastes best with some steamed rice.