How to Make Eel Sauce for Sushi Recipe
Introduction
Eel sauce is a sweet and savory glaze commonly used in sushi dishes, enhancing flavors with its rich umami profile. Making it at home is quick and simple, requiring just a few ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup mirin
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine soy sauce, sugar, and mirin in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Step 2: Stir the mixture occasionally and cook until it reduces by about one-quarter, which should take around 10 minutes. The sauce will thicken to the consistency of honey.
Tips & Variations
- For a thicker sauce, continue simmering a bit longer, but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a deeper, caramel-like flavor.
- Store extra sauce in a clean jar in the refrigerator to use as a dip or glaze for grilled dishes.
Storage
Store eel sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Gently warm before using if it has thickened too much in the fridge.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make eel sauce without mirin?
Yes, you can substitute mirin with an equal amount of sake mixed with a teaspoon of sugar, though the flavor will be slightly different.
How do I know when the eel sauce is ready?
The sauce is ready when it has reduced by about a quarter and has thickened to a honey-like consistency. It should coat the back of a spoon without running off too quickly.
PrintHow to Make Eel Sauce for Sushi Recipe
Learn how to make a classic and delicious eel sauce for sushi, a sweet and savory glaze that perfectly complements various sushi rolls and grilled dishes. This simple recipe uses basic ingredients like soy sauce, sugar, and mirin, reduced to a honey-thick consistency for the perfect balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3/4 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup mirin
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the soy sauce, sugar, and mirin into a small saucepan to start the sauce preparation.
- Heat and Stir: Place the saucepan over medium heat, cooking while stirring continuously to dissolve the sugar and blend the flavors evenly.
- Reduce the Sauce: Continue cooking the mixture until the liquid reduces by about a quarter, which takes approximately 10 minutes. The sauce should thicken to a consistency similar to honey.
- Cool and Store: Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool before using it as a glaze for sushi or grilled dishes. Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use a small saucepan to ensure even heat distribution and easy stirring.
- The sauce thickens more as it cools, so do not overreduce during cooking.
- This eel sauce works great not only for eel sushi but also as a glaze for grilled meats or vegetables.
- Store the sauce refrigerated and use within two weeks for best freshness.
Keywords: eel sauce, sushi sauce, unagi sauce, sweet soy glaze, mirin sauce, Japanese sauce
