Eel Sauce Recipe

Time30m

Serves8

Make Eel Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Combine Soy Sauce and Mirin
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of soy sauce and 1 cup of mirin. Stir well to mix the ingredients.
2
Add Sugar
Add 1 cup of sugar to the saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
3
Incorporate Sake
Once the sugar has dissolved, add 1 tablespoon of sake to the mixture. Stir to combine.
4
Simmer the Mixture
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer for about 10-15 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5
Optional Thickening (if desired)
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the sauce while stirring continuously, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened.
6
Cool and Store
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the eel sauce cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate. The sauce can be stored for up to 2 weeks.