Jul 14 2026
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Unagi-don Recipe

Inspired by Ima Izakaya
Time30m
Serves2

bbq glazed eel • cucumber • avocado • slaw • shiso

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Ingredients

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Unagi Don Ingredients

Method

Preparation Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the BBQ Glaze

    In a saucepan, combine soy sauce and mirin. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer for about 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.

  2. 2

    Grill the Unagi

    Preheat your grill or broiler. Brush the unagi with the BBQ glaze and grill for about 5 minutes on each side, basting with more glaze until caramelized.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Slaw

    Julienne the carrot and mix it with the shredded cabbage. Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to combine.

  4. 4

    Slice the Vegetables

    Thinly slice the cucumber and avocado.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Unagi Don

    In a bowl, place a serving of rice as the base. Top with grilled unagi, cucumber, avocado, slaw, and shiso leaves. Drizzle more BBQ glaze on top if desired.

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