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    Ilish Macher Sorshe bata diye Jhal | Hilsa Fish in Mustard Gravy| Ilish er Shorshe Jhal | Shorshe Ilish

    Published: Mar 21, 2012 · Modified: Mar 25, 2025 by Debjani · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    Shorshe Bata Ilish - A classic Bengali fish curry called Ilish Macher Sorshe bata diye Jhal is made with Ilish Mach. This dish is also known as Shorshe Ilish or Ilish Macher Jhal.

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    • Before going further with the recipe of Shorshe Ilish- say no to Khoka Ilish
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    • Have you tried the Shorshe Bata Diye Ilish Maach er Jhal recipe from Debjanir Rannaghar!

    "Hey, how about we have a simple lunch today? Maybe some Ilish Macher Shorshe Bata diye Jhal with Bhat?" Mehebub's suggestion interrupted my weekend nap, but I decided to respond. "Why don't you cook this time?" I asked him. To my surprise, he responded, "How about I make breakfast and coffee, and you prepare the amazing Ilish Macher Sorshe Jhal? No one can beat you when it comes to Shorshe Ilish!"

    Debjani's Note

    "I can't compare to my mother's cooking, so let's not even go there," I retorted. He chuckled, but I took charge of preparing a modest Sunday lunch, while Mehebub brewed up some coffee and whipped up some egg toast. When he suggested making a traditional fish curry, I couldn't refuse.

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    Shorshe Ilish aka Ilish Macher Shorshe bata diye Jhal Video Recipe!

    Ilisher Shorshe Jhal aka Shorshe Ilish! A simple dish?

    From my perspective, what I did was quite smart. I was able to prepare the entire lunch in just one hour. The dish I chose, Ilish Macher Sorshe bata diye Jhal, is a popular Bengali-style Hilsa Fish curry that uses a mustard-based sauce and does not require any frying of the fish. It was a hassle-free experience for me.

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    Variations of Shorshe Ilish

    There are various ways to prepare Ilish Mach, depending on the type of gravy used. You can smoke it, fry it, steam it, or even bake it in young plantain leaves. Additionally, it can be made with mustard seed paste, curd, or eggplant, with different cooking procedures varying between Bangal and Ghatis. One popular dish is Ilish Macher Sorshe bata diye Jhal, a classic Bengali fish curry made with Hilsa Fish that is enjoyed in both West Bengal and Bangladesh.

    %Shorshe Bata Diye Ilish Maach er Jhal

    Before going further with the recipe of Shorshe Ilish- say no to Khoka Ilish

    %Ilish Maach er Jhal

    Shorshe Ilish, also known as Shorshe Bata diye Ilish Macher Jhal, is a popular Bengali dish that involves cooking Hilsa Fish in a mustard-based gravy. However, before delving into the recipe, it's important to discuss responsible eating habits. Hilsa, also known as Ilish Maach, is a beloved fish among Bengalis on both sides of the border. But with that love comes responsibility. It's up to us to support sustainable fishing practices for this species. We must refuse to buy Khoka Ilish (fish that are under 600g in size) to ensure the survival of the species. By doing so, we can ensure that future generations will be able to appreciate the beauty of this fish. It's also important to limit our consumption of Hilsa outside of the rainy season.

    Here's how I make Ilish  Macher Sorshe Bata Diye Jhal at Debjanir Rannaghar!

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    Ilish Macher Sorshe bata diye Jhal | Hilsa Fish in Mustard Gravy

    A classic Bengali fish curry called Ilish Macher Sorshe bata diye Jhal is made with Ilish Mach. This dish is also known as Shorshe Ilish or Ilish Macher Jhal.

    Course Fish, Lunch
    Cuisine Bengali
    Keyword Debjanir Rannaghar, ilish macher jhal recipe, shorshe diye ilish macher jhol recipe, Shorshe Ilish recipe
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 6 People
    Calories 367kcal
    Author Debjani Chatterjee Alam
    Cost Rs 1200

    Ingredients

    • 6 Pieces Hilsa fish/ Ilish Mach around 1kg

    To make the Mustard Paste:

    • 1 Tbsp. Black Mustard Seed it should be soaked in lukewarm water
    • 1 Tbsp. Yellow Mustard Seed it should be soaked in lukewarm water
    • 3 Green Chili
    • ½ Tsp. Salt

    Other:

    • 1 Tsp. Nigella Seed/ Kalojire / Kalonji optional
    • ½ Tsp. Salt or to taste
    • 1 Tsp. Turmeric powder
    • 6 Green Chili slit
    • ½ Tsp. Red Chili Powder
    • 3 Tbsp. + 1 Tsp. Mustard Oil
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    Instructions

    • To make Ilish macher Jhal, start by making a thick paste of Mustard seeds with 2 green chilies and ½ Tsp. of salt.
      %Ilisher Shorshe Jhal Making
    • Strain the mixture to discard the husk and set aside.
    • Rub fish pieces with salt and turmeric powder and keep aside.
    • Heat Mustard oil in a deep pan and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
    • Temper hot oil with Nigella Seed. Pour in the mustard paste, green chilies, red chili powder, and water and boil on medium flame.
    • Add the fish pieces and cook on low flame for at least 10 minutes.
    • Cover the pan with a lid.
    • Uncover the pan and pour raw Mustard oil over the gravy and boil for 2-3 minutes. Adjust the consistency and serve with steamed rice.

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    Notes

    • Restrain from using Khoka Ilish. 
    • You can adjust chilli based on your preference.
    • You can make the gravy runny or a bit thick based on your preference. I prefer a bit thick.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 150g | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.9g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2.7g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 1297mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 0.8g

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    Have you tried the Shorshe Bata Diye Ilish Maach er Jhal recipe from Debjanir Rannaghar!

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    Do let me know how it came out. Also, I would love to see a picture of the same which you can share here on dolonchttrj@gmail.com. Meanwhile, on Instagram, you can use my hashtag #debjanirrannaghar and in addition, you can tag me at @foodofdebjani.

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