Hilsha - King of all fish

by Fahmida Vivian Sheikh

This is the national fish of Bangladesh. It called “Illish” in Bengali. Mostly found in Bangladesh. People cook it in many ways like Bengali fish curry made with mustard oil or seed or just simply fry it on its natural oil. I love to eat the fried version, can’t really explain the taste unless you really get to enjoy the flavor.

The most famous dish with Hilsha fish called Panta Illish which is a very traditional platter enjoyed in the Bengali new year by the Bengalis. It is a congee with fried Ilish slice, supplemented with dried fish (Shutki), pickles (Achar), dal, green chillies and onion. When I’m in my country I get to savor this platter with my friends and family.

If you love fishes, you should definitely try it!

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