Unagi Skewers
These grilled unagi skewers are a delicious Japanese dish, featuring tender eel glazed with a sweet and savory sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Bamboo skewers - 8
- Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
- Green onions - 2, chopped
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Sugar - 1 tablespoon
- Mirin - 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce - 1/4 cup
- Unagi (freshwater eel) - 2 fillets
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut the unagi fillets into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sugar, sesame oil, green onions, and sesame seeds to make the glaze.
- Thread the unagi pieces onto the bamboo skewers.
- Brush the unagi skewers with the glaze, making sure to coat all sides.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the eel is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the unagi skewers hot, garnished with additional green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 10g