Ilish Macher Dim-er Jhal – Spicy Hilsa Roe Curry

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πŸ› Ilish Macher Dim-er Jhal – Spicy Hilsa Roe Curry 🐟πŸ”₯

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Indulge in the rich flavors of Ilish Macher Dim-er Jhal, a traditional Bengali delicacy made with Hilsa fish roe cooked in a spicy, aromatic gravy. This dish is a must-try for seafood lovers, especially during the Sundarban Hilsa Festival!


πŸ›’ Ingredients:

For Marination:

βœ” 200g Hilsa fish roe (Ilish macher dim)
βœ” Β½ tsp turmeric powder
βœ” Β½ tsp salt

For Cooking:

βœ” 2 tbsp mustard oil
βœ” Β½ tsp panch phoron (Bengali five-spice)
βœ” 1 dried red chili 🌢
βœ” 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
βœ” 1 tomato (chopped) πŸ…
βœ” 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
βœ” 1 tsp red chili powder
βœ” Β½ tsp turmeric powder
βœ” 1 tsp cumin powder
βœ” 1 tbsp mustard paste
βœ” Β½ cup water
βœ” Salt to taste πŸ§‚
βœ” Fresh coriander leaves for garnish 🌿


πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Cooking Process:

Step 1: Marinate the Roe

πŸ”Ή Clean the Hilsa roe properly and pat dry.
πŸ”Ή Mix with turmeric powder and salt. Keep aside for 10 minutes.

Step 2: Fry the Roe

πŸ”₯ Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts smoking.
πŸ”₯ Fry the marinated Hilsa roe until golden brown. Remove and keep aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Masala Base

πŸ₯˜ In the same pan, add more mustard oil if needed.
🌢 Add panch phoron and a dried red chili; let it splutter.
πŸ§… Add chopped onions and sautΓ© until golden brown.
πŸ… Stir in ginger-garlic paste and tomatoes; cook until soft.
πŸ§‚ Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt.

Step 4: Cook the Curry

πŸ’§ Pour water and let the gravy simmer.
πŸ₯„ Add mustard paste and mix well.

Step 5: Add the Fried Roe

🐟 Gently place the fried Hilsa roe in the gravy.
πŸ”₯ Cook on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.

Step 6: Garnish & Serve

🌿 Sprinkle fresh coriander leaves.
🍽 Serve hot with steamed rice for a divine Bengali meal!


πŸŽ‰ Experience Authentic Hilsa Delights in Sundarbans!

Love Ilish delicacies? Don’t miss the grand Sundarban Hilsa Festival, also known as Sundarban Ilish Utsav, where you can taste the finest Hilsa dishes amid the serene beauty of the Sundarbans!

πŸ“ Reference & Credit: Recipe inspired by traditional Bengali cuisine and authentic Sundarban flavors. 🌊🐟πŸ”₯

Updated: March 17, 2025 β€” 2:36 pm

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