Bhapa Ilish
Steamed Hilsa with Mustard Paste
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
A quintessential Bengali delicacy, fresh Hilsa fish marinated in a pungent mustard paste with green chilies and mustard oil, then steamed to perfection. Rich in omega-3s and naturally low-carb. Best enjoyed on its own.
Key ingredients
Hilsa fish, mustard paste (ground mustard seeds), green chilies, mustard oil, turmeric powder, salt, kalonji (nigella seeds).
Optional tweaks
None needed, naturally keto. Ensure no onion or garlic paste with hidden starches are used in commercial preparations.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
ভাপা ইলিশের জন্য, নিশ্চিত করবেন যেন পেঁয়াজ বা রসুনের পেস্টের সাথে কোনো আটা বা শ্বেতসার না থাকে।
For Bhapa Ilish, please confirm no onion or garlic paste with hidden starches are used.
Watch out for
None usually, but ensure no onion/garlic paste with hidden starches are used in commercial preparations.
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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