Ilish Mach Bhaja Recipe
Ilish Mach Bhaja is essentially fried Hilsa fish, which is a type of fish commonly found in the rivers of India and Bangladesh. The fish is marinated with a blend of spices, then coated with a layer of besan or cornflour and fried until crispy. The result is a perfectly crispy and flavorful dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
- 2 fish fillets fresh (hilsa) or frozen (any),
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ¼ tsp Red Chilli Powder
- ½ tsp fish fry masala
- ¾ tsp salt
- 2 -3 tbsp Oil mustard oil for any vegetable oil
Instructions
Pre-Cooking Prep Steps
- Clean and debone the Hilsa fish and set it aside.
- Mix the ginger paste and garlic paste in a small bowl and set it aside.
- Finely chop the onion and tomato and set them aside.
- Measure out all the spices and keep them ready.
- Marinate the Hilsa fish with 1 tsp of turmeric powder and salt to taste for 15-20 minutes.
Cooking Steps
- Heat the mustard oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dried red chilies.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the raw smell of ginger and garlic is gone.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until they are translucent.
- Add the chopped tomato and sauté until the tomato is soft and mushy.
- Add the marinated Hilsa fish to the pan and stir gently.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let the Ilish Mach Bhaja simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is fully cooked.
- Remove the pan from heat and let the Ilish Mach Bhaja cool slightly before serving.
Notes & Tips
Notes & Comments
- Ilish Mach Bhaja is typically served with steamed rice and is a staple dish during special occasions and festivals in Bengal.
- The dish can be made with different types of fish, such as Rohu or Catla fish, which add a different texture and flavor to the dish.
- The dish can be made milder by reducing the amount of red chili powder used.
- The dish can be made spicier by adding more red chili powder or green chilies
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Ilish Mach Bhaja Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
210
% Daily Value*
Fat
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
57
mg
19
%
Sodium
65
mg
3
%
Potassium
560
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
478
IU
10
%
Vitamin B1
0.1
mg
7
%
Vitamin B2
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
5
mg
25
%
Vitamin B5
1
mg
10
%
Vitamin B6
0.4
mg
20
%
Vitamin B12
2
µg
33
%
Vitamin C
39
mg
47
%
Vitamin D
4
µg
27
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
7
µg
7
%
Calcium
34
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
48
mg
12
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.