Bhapa Ilish(steamed hilsa)

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    Ingredients
    
    1.hilsa-500gms
    2.mustard paste-3tsp
    3.curd-1/2 cup
    4.turmeric powder-1/2tsp
    5.grated coconut-2tsp(optional)
    6.ginger paste-1/4tsp(optional)generally its not used traditionally but I like the taste this way.If u r n ardent fan of ginger then definitely add)
    7.mustard oil-2tsp
    8.salt to taste
    
    Method
    marinate the hilsa with salt and turmeric and keep aside for 15 to 30 mins.now make a paste of all the ingredients.In a micro safe bowl(I use borosil glass bowl with cover)srpead a layer with the half of the paste.now spead the fish and cover it with the remaining paste.cook for 6 to 8 mins at a high in micro mode or till the fish is cooked.while serving garnish with coriander and coconut strips.serve hot with plain rice.
    
    Note-traditionally bengalis steam it in a vessel over gas.u do the same procedure in a stainless steel pot with a tight cover,for eg stainless steel round tiffin box with a tight lid.then place it in a vessel in which water is being kept to boil.cook it for 15mins.