Ilish Begun Shorshe
Hilsa Fish and Eggplant in Mustard Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A quintessential Bengali delicacy featuring fatty Hilsa fish and tender eggplant pieces cooked together in a pungent, vibrant mustard-based gravy. Flavored with green chilies, kalonji (nigella seeds), and generous mustard oil.
Key ingredients
Hilsa fish, eggplant, mustard paste (black and yellow mustard seeds), green chilies, kalonji, turmeric powder, mustard oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Confirm no potatoes are added (not traditional for this specific dish, but common in other Bengali curries).
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
ইলিশ বেগুন সর্ষেতে আলু দেবেন না, নিশ্চিত করবেন।
Ilish Begun Shorshe, please confirm no potatoes are added.
Watch out for
Eggplant contains some carbs; ensure portion sizes are moderate. A restaurant might use a touch of sugar for flavor balance, so inquire about its absence.
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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