Aam Tel diye Ilish
Hilsa with Mango Pickle Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
A very simple yet exquisite Bengali delicacy where slices of Hilsa fish are marinated in the flavorful oil from a traditional Bengali mango pickle, often with a few green chilies, and then gently steamed or lightly pan-fried. The 'aam tel' (mango pickle oil) imparts a unique sour and aromatic taste to the fish.
Key ingredients
Ilish mach (Hilsa fish), traditional Bengali mango pickle oil (aam tel), green chilies, salt (optional, as pickle oil is salty).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no additional vegetables or spices are used that might add carbs. Confirm it's prepared simply steamed or lightly pan-fried without any coating.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
অন্য কোনো সবজি বা মসলা দিয়ে কার্ব বাড়াবেন না। এটা কি শুধু ভাপানো বা হালকা প্যান-ফ্রাই করা, কোনো কোটিং নেই তো?
No extra carbs from veggies or spices. Confirm it's simply steamed or lightly pan-fried, no coating.
Watch out for
Some homemade pickle oils might contain small amounts of sugar, but generally negligible. No significant carb risks.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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