Bangladeshi Shorshe Ilish (Hilsa in Mustard Sauce)
Hilsa in a bold sauce of mustard, mustard oil, and green chilies, prepared in a Bangladeshi style.
This version of shorshe ilish pairs sliced hilsa with a paste of yellow and black mustard. Mustard oil, nigella, and green chilies complete the sauce; handle the fish gently to keep the pieces intact.
Method
- 01
Season the fish
Pat the hilsa steaks dry and rub them with the fine salt and 2 teaspoons of turmeric. Set them aside while you prepare the mustard paste.
10 min - 02
Make the mustard paste
Soak the yellow and black mustard seeds in water for 10 minutes, then drain. Grind them with 4 green chilies and 120 ml of water to make a smooth paste.
10 min - 03
Sear the steaks
Heat the mustard oil in a wide pan. Add the nigella seeds; when they begin to crackle, lay the steaks in a single layer and gently sear for 1–2 minutes on each side.
4 min - 04
Make the sauce and cook
Add the mustard paste, the remaining teaspoon of turmeric, and the sugar. Cook the paste for 2 minutes; add the remaining 250 ml of water and the 2 green chilies. Cover and cook gently for 15–20 minutes, carefully shaking the pan if needed.
20 min
Ingredients
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