Ilish à la Vapeur : Un Délice Traditionnel Bengali
(Steamed Ilish: A Traditional Bengali Delight)
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Ingrédients
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4 pieces Ilish fish steaks
(Fresh is preferable)
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2 tablespoons Yellow mustard seeds
(Soaked in water for 30 minutes)
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3 tablespoons Pop-up mustard oil
(Use cold-pressed for full flavor)
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2 pieces Piments verts
(Adjust for spiciness)
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1 teaspoon Sel
(À votre goût)
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1 teaspoon Poudre de Curcuma
(For color and flavor)
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4 pieces Banana leaves
(For wrapping the fish)
(Fresh is preferable)
(Soaked in water for 30 minutes)
(Use cold-pressed for full flavor)
(Adjust for spiciness)
(À votre goût)
(For color and flavor)
(For wrapping the fish)
Nutrition
- Portions: 4
- Taille de portion: 1 piece (200g)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
- Calcium: 60 mg
- Iron: 1.5 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Mustard Paste:
Blend the soaked mustard seeds with green chilies and salt to form a smooth paste.
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2 - Marinate Fish:
Rub the mustard paste onto the Ilish fish steaks along with turmeric and mustard oil.
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3 - Wrap Fish:
Wrap each marinated fish steak in banana leaves to retain moisture during steaming.
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4 - Steam Fish:
Place the wrapped fish in a steamer and cook on medium heat for 25 minutes.
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5 - Serve:
Unwrap and serve hot with steamed rice and extra mustard oil.
Blend the soaked mustard seeds with green chilies and salt to form a smooth paste.
Rub the mustard paste onto the Ilish fish steaks along with turmeric and mustard oil.
Wrap each marinated fish steak in banana leaves to retain moisture during steaming.
Place the wrapped fish in a steamer and cook on medium heat for 25 minutes.
Unwrap and serve hot with steamed rice and extra mustard oil.
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Bhapa Ilish: An Overview
Bhapa Ilish, a celebrated dish in Bengali cuisine, highlights the simplicity and elegance of heirloom recipes. The use of Ilish (Hilsa) fish, revered for its fatty richness, makes this dish incredibly succulent. The namesake, Bhapa, refers to the technique of steaming, preserving the fish's moisture and flavor.
Cultural Significance
Ilsha Maach (hilsa fish) is a monsoon delicacy that holds cultural significance in Bengal, often associated with festivals and family gatherings, signaling the onset of the rainy season.
Culinary Notes
Traditional cookbooks advise using fresh Ilish, as these fish evoke memories of riverine culture. The beauty of Bhapa Ilish lies in pairing it with the earthiness of mustard and the heat of green chiles, giving it character. Using banana leaves preserves the delightful aroma of the dish and aids even cooking.
Enjoy Bhapa Ilish along with fluffy steamed rice to experience the harmony of flavors unique to Bengali culture.
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