Ilish Macher Jhol

Origin: Bangladesh

Ilish Macher Jhol, a traditional dish from Bangladesh
Photo of Ilish Macher Jhol via Wikimedia Commons.

A spicy seafood curry prepared with the favorite river catch, seasoned liberally with yellow spice and aromatic seeds. Tubers are often added to thicken the gravy, which is served hot with grains.

Key ingredients

  • hilsa fish
  • mustard oil
  • turmeric
  • green chilies
  • nigella seeds
  • eggplant

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