Low Fat Grilled Unagi (Japanese Eel)

Experience a light and flavorful twist on traditional Japanese cuisine with this Low Fat Grilled Unagi (Japanese Eel) recipe. Perfectly marinated in a savory blend of low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, sake, and a hint of ground ginger, this dish delivers authentic umami without the guilt. Gently grilled to perfection, the unagi develops a delicate char while remaining tender and succulent. Finished with a vibrant garnish of fresh spring onions, this healthy version of a Japanese classic is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with steamed rice or your favorite side for a satisfying, low-fat meal that doesn't compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 fillets Unagi (eel) fillets
• 4 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 2 tablespoons Sake
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0 Vegetable oil spray
• 2 stalks Spring onions

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by preparing the marinade. In a mixing bowl, combine low sodium soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and ground ginger. Whisk together until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 2

2. Pour the marinade into a shallow dish. Place the unagi fillets in the marinade, ensuring that they are thoroughly coated. Cover the dish and let the fillets marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, turning occasionally.

Step 3

3. Preheat your grill to medium heat. If using a charcoal grill, prepare a medium-hot fire.

Step 4

4. Lightly spray the grill grates with vegetable oil spray to prevent the eel from sticking.

Step 5

5. Remove the unagi fillets from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off.

Step 6

6. Place the fillets on the grill, skin-side down. Grill over direct heat for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the eel is cooked through and has a slight char.

Step 7

7. Brush the fillets with some of the reserved marinade during the last few minutes of grilling for additional flavor if desired.

Step 8

8. While the unagi is grilling, thinly slice the spring onions.

Step 9

9. Once the unagi is cooked, remove from the grill and let rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 10

10. Transfer the grilled unagi to a serving dish and garnish with sliced spring onions.

Step 11

11. Serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(367.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	588.4

Total Fat 23.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 252mg	0%
Sodium 2413.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 43.3g	0%

Vitamin D 1584IU	0%
Calcium 83.3mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 889.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.3%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 27.2%