How to Make Eel Sauce

It is quick and easy to make this delicious eel sauce.

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You Will Need

  • ½ c. mirin
  • ½ c. soy sauce
  • ¼ c. sugar
  • Low sodium soy sauce (optional)

Steps

  1. Step 1

    Combine ingredients

    Combine the mirin, soy sauce, and sugar in a small saucepan.

  2. To lower sodium content, use low-sodium soy sauce.

  3. Step 2

    Turn heat to low

    Simmer the mixture on low heat, stirring. The sugar will completely dissolve.

  4. Step 3

    Cook mixture

    Cook the sauce until the liquid is reduced to about ¾ cup.

  5. Step 4

    Enjoy

    Enjoy the eel sauce over chicken, fish or sushi.

  6. Did you know? Researchers have studied electric eels to develop artificial cells that could one day power medical implants.

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