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Homemade Unagi Sauce (Sweet Eel Sauce)

From ingredients to enjoyment, this recipe makes it easy to create something wonderful.

Cook Time
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Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 3 portions
Calories: 157 kcal
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp turbinado sugar (zarame) coarse light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Muscovado sugar dark brown sugar
  • 75 ml sake
  • 75 ml mirin
  • 75 ml soy sauce

Instructions

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  1. Add 3 tbsp turbinado sugar and 1 tsp muscovado sugar to a small saucepan and heat on medium.
  2. Once it starts to melt, add 75 ml sake and 75 ml mirin. Stir occasionally while you bring it to a boil.
  3. Allow to boil for 1-2 minutes and then turn the heat down to low, then add 75 ml soy sauce and simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened.
  4. Scoop out any foam that forms on the surface. Once thickened to a syrup-like consistency, remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  5. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Store in the fridge in a sterilized jar for up to 2-3 months and use within 1-2 weeks of opening.

Nutrition Information

Calories 157kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 26.6g (9%) Protein 2.5g (5%) Sodium 1929mg (80%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3portions

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157

% Daily Value*

Calories 157kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 26.6g 9%
Protein 2.5g 5%
Sodium 1929mg 80%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.