Low Fat Grilled Eel with Teriyaki Glaze
Delight your taste buds with this Low Fat Grilled Eel with Teriyaki Glaze, a healthier twist on a Japanese classic that’s packed with bold, savory flavors. Tender eel fillets are expertly grilled to perfection, creating a smoky, succulent base for the signature homemade teriyaki glaze, made from a harmonious blend of low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, sake, fresh ginger, and garlic. This dish achieves a rich, satisfying depth of flavor with minimal fat, thanks to a light brushing of sesame oil. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this quick and nutritious meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces eel fillets
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup mirin
- 0.25 cup sake
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the teriyaki glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar over medium heat.
Step 2
Peel and mince the fresh ginger and garlic cloves, then add them to the saucepan.
Step 3
Stir the mixture until the sugar fully dissolves. Bring it to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sesame oil. Set aside to cool.
Step 5
Lightly rinse the eel fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 6
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat, about 375°F (190°C).
Step 7
Brush each eel fillet lightly with the teriyaki glaze on both sides.
Step 8
Place the eel fillets on the grill. Grill them for about 3-4 minutes per side, basting with more glaze occasionally, until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
Step 9
While the eel is grilling, toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Step 10
Thinly slice the green onions.
Step 11
Once the eel is grilled to perfection, remove from heat and let it rest for a minute.
Step 12
Serve the grilled eel on a platter, drizzle with any remaining teriyaki glaze, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (667.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1520.9 |
| Total Fat 79.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g | |
| Cholesterol 740mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2203.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.1g | |
| Protein 105.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3728IU | 0% |
| Calcium 121.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1257.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories