Fish and Bengal have a long history. In fact, sometimes fish(y) issues become a matter of pride for the Bengalis. A case in point is the antagonism between East Bengalis (residing in India) and West Bengalis. Not many people outside Bengal know the fact that the symbol of the East Bengalis is Hilsa whereas that of the West Bengalis is Tiger Prawn. One can always notice these ‘emblems’ being carried over to a football match whenever a game it to be played between East Bengal and Mohun Bagan. Anyway, whatever the situation be, it’s always gastronomes like me, who win the bait! If you don’t believe this, read on to know the sumptuous and lip-smacking dishes that the Bengalis wrap up every now and then—

4. Fish Orly

It’s a sort of batter fish fry that has been made very popular by the famous restaurant Bijoligrill. It’s a starter that tastes best when had with salads. The dish has gone viral and has become one of the most sought after starters at wedding and other social functions.

3. Ilish Maach’er Matha Diye Pui Saag

Where there are starters and desserts made with fish as an ingredient, then there need be a fish(y) Saag item too on the menu. Bengalis love for shaag (crushed vegetables or herbs) is known and pui saag tops them all. Again, there are at least 15 different ways to cook this saag but there is hardly any Bengali who doesn’t have Ilish Maach’er Matha Diye Pui Saag on his or her ‘favorite’ list of dishes.