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Shibchar Ghat Hilsa

শিবচর ঘাটের ইলিশ

Fried Padma hilsa with rice at the old ferry ghat eateries of Shibchar.

At a glance

Where: Madaripur district, Dhaka division
Where to try: Ghat-side eateries near Kathalbari, Shibchar
Best time: monsoon (Jun–Jul) and autumn (Aug–Sep)

Shibchar Ghat Hilsa

The south-bank ghats at Shibchar developed the same fried-hilsa tradition as Mawa across the river. Pick a fish, and it is cut into steaks and fried in mustard oil until crisp. It comes with rice, fried roe and green chillies. It is best in the monsoon hilsa season.

Common questions

Where can you eat Shibchar Ghat Hilsa?

Ghat-side eateries near Kathalbari, Shibchar.

When is the best time to try Shibchar Ghat Hilsa?

Monsoon (Jun–Jul) and autumn (Aug–Sep).

Which district is Shibchar Ghat Hilsa from?

Madaripur district, Dhaka division.