Ilish Machher Kumro Diye Jhol
Ilish machher kumro diye jhol pairs rich hilsa fish with sweet pumpkin in a light Bengali broth. Turmeric, nigella seeds, mustard oil, and green chiles keep the curry fragrant, while the pumpkin softens into the sauce around the fish steaks.
π Recipe adapted from Wikidata (Dish)
Rub the fish with salt and turmeric and sear briefly in mustard oil, then remove carefully.
Bloom nigella seeds and green chiles in the same oil, then add pumpkin cubes.
Stir in turmeric, chile powder, salt, and water, simmering until the pumpkin is just tender.
Return the fish and simmer gently for a few minutes, finishing with cilantro.
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