Grilled Freshwater Eel: A Luxurious Home-Style Health Food
Making Delicious Grilled Freshwater Eel and Elegant Eel Over Rice
Introducing a recipe to enjoy the chewy texture and rich nutrition of freshwater eel at home in a sophisticated way. These days, when dining out can be a concern, order fresh freshwater eel online to grill at home for special occasions or when you crave a nourishing meal. You can also create an elegant eel over rice dish. This recipe incorporates tips for easily recreating the fresh flavor of eel at home.
Grilling Eel Ingredients- 1 Freshwater eel (cleaned)
- 1 cup Dashi broth
- 1 Onion (sliced)
- 5 Tbsp Teriyaki sauce
- 2 Eggs (for egg garnish)
- 3 Tbsp Mirin (sweet rice wine)
- 3 Tbsp Sake (rice wine)
- 1/2 tsp Ginger powder
Sauces and Accompaniments- 2 packs of sauce included with the eel delivery
- Baby greens (optional)
- Scallions (chopped, optional)
- Pickled ginger (optional)
- 2 packs of sauce included with the eel delivery
- Baby greens (optional)
- Scallions (chopped, optional)
- Pickled ginger (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Do not wash the cleaned freshwater eel! The sticky mucin on the eel’s surface is a valuable substance that aids protein absorption and protects the stomach, so it should be used as is for a healthy and delicious eel. Make deep, even cuts along the eel’s flesh; this helps the eel cook evenly, prevents it from drying out, and allows the sauce to penetrate better.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix the ginger powder with 3 tablespoons of sake. Brush this mixture evenly over both sides of the eel to eliminate any fishy odor and enhance its flavor.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium heat and lightly grill the eel on both sides. This initial grilling step seals in the juices and prepares the eel for the next stage.
Step 4
If you wish to add more flavor, you can use a kitchen torch at this point (optional). Lightly spray the eel with soju and then use the torch to grill it, creating a ‘flame show’. However, if using a torch for the first time, proceed with caution and safety.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to finish grilling the eel in the pan, basting it with sauce. Place the par-grilled eel in the pan and coat both sides generously with the provided eel sauce or your homemade teriyaki sauce, grilling until golden brown. Once cooked, cut the eel into bite-sized pieces and stand them on their sides to ensure all surfaces are cooked and delicious.
Step 6
To serve, spread a generous bed of fresh baby greens on a plate. Arrange the beautifully grilled eel pieces on top. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve with pickled ginger for a restaurant-quality presentation that rivals dining out.
Step 7
What better way to boost your health than with grilled freshwater eel, especially during this season! The freshwater eel, prepared with fresh ingredients and care, will be an excellent dish for regaining your energy. While enjoyed as a grilled, sauced dish today, consider trying a simple salted version next time for a different flavor profile.
Step 8
Now, let’s make eel over rice. In a pot, combine 1/2 cup of dashi broth, 3 tablespoons of mirin, 5 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce, and the sliced onion. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, creating a rich eel simmering sauce. Add one piece of the grilled eel and let it simmer in the sauce.
Step 9
Serve warm rice in a bowl. Arrange the baby greens attractively around the rice. Top with the eel simmered in the sauce, and generously add shredded egg omelet (jian bing) for a delicious eel over rice dish. This flavorful and abundant eel bowl is truly a delight to eat.
