Eel Sauce (Unagi Sauce)

Name: Eel Sauce (Unagi Sauce)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 serving
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Japanese soy sauce; 1/2 cup quality mirin; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons sake

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
12
Calories
45 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
Japanese

Eel Sauce (Unagi Sauce)

Nevaeh Sloan

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The popular sweet and savory sauce that adds richness and umami to your favorite Japanese dishes and more!

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Ingredients

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1/2 cup Japanese soy sauce
1/2 cup quality mirin
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons sake (optional, for added flavor)

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Instructions

Place all of the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the sauce has reduced by nearly half and has thickened to a syrup-like consistency. Remove it from the heat and allow it to cool completely. It will continue to thicken slightly as it cools. Transfer the eel sauce to an airtight jar and store it in the refrigerator where it will keep for at least 2 months.

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Serving 1tablespoon Calories 45kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 615mg (26%) Potassium 21mg (1%) Sugar 8g (16%) Calcium 2mg (0%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)