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Monsoon On A Plate: Try The Classic Ilish Maach Dish At Home

Ilish Maach is a flavoured-packed and savory delight with tender fish beautifully cooked to perfection. It can be served as a mouthwatering main course with a burst of aromatic spices. This bold and authentic Bengali style Ilish Maach recipe is a slow-cooked dish that's perfect to spice up your weekend. Follow this step-by-step guide to make a hearty Bengali feast at home.

Here comes the deliciously seasoned classic Ilish Maach that will satisfy your craving. Ilish Maach is a flavoured-packed and savory delight with tender fish beautifully cooked to perfection. It can be served as a mouthwatering main course with a burst of aromatic spices. This bold and authentic Bengali style Ilish Maach recipe is a slow-cooked dish that’s perfect to spice up your weekend. To make your day special, we have brought this ultimate classic recipe to light up your mood. Follow this step-by-step guide to make a hearty Bengali feast at home.

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Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp of mustard oil

  • 2 tbsp of black mustard seeds

  • 4–6 pieces of Ilish Maach (Hilsa fish)

  • A splash of warm water

  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard seeds

  • ½ tsp of turmeric powder

  • Salt to taste

  • 3–4 green chilies

Step By Step Guide

Grind Mustard Seeds Into A Smooth Paste

First, you have to soak the yellow and black mustard seeds in warm water for about 15-20 minutes. Then grind them with 2-3 chilies and a pinch of salt to form a smooth paste.

Prepare The Fish For Marination

In the next step, the pieces of Ilish are lightly coated with salt and turmeric. Set it aside for about 10-15 minutes.

Make The Mustard Sauce

Moving on to the next step, combine the mustard paste with a little warm water to make a smooth sauce. You can also add salt and turmeric (if required).

Gently Cook The Fish

Next, heat the mustard oil in a non-stick pan over a medium flame. Gently add the fish pieces in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes. Then remove the dish and set aside.

Add The Sauce And Fried Fish

Once you are done with the above steps, add the mustard sauce to the same pan and simmer for next 3-4 minutes. Add a little water if the sauce gets too thick. Now mix in the fried fish and cover the pan with a lid. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes.

Garnish And Serve

Remove the dish from the pan. It is now ready to serve. Garnish the dish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or chapati. Enjoy!

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First published on: Jun 30, 2025 11:35 AM IST


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