Freshwater Eel Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish and Serving
Method
Preparation of Eel
- 1
Clean the Eel
Begin by cleaning the freshwater eel. Remove the skin carefully using a sharp knife and gut the eel, discarding the innards. Rinse the eel under cold water to ensure it is clean.
- 2
Cut the Eel
Once cleaned, cut the eel into 2-inch pieces. This will help in cooking evenly and make it easier to serve.
Marinade Preparation
- 3
Mix Marinade Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and brown sugar. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved and the marinade is well mixed.
Cooking the Eel
- 4
Marinate the Eel
Place the eel pieces in the marinade and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to penetrate the eel.
- 5
Garnishing and Serving
- 6
Prepare Garnish
While the eel is grilling, finely chop the green onions. Set aside for garnishing.
- 7
Serve the Eel
Once grilled, remove the eel from the grill and place it on a serving platter. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
