Braised Eel with Soy Sauce

Braised Eel with Soy Sauce is a delectable Chinese seafood dish featuring tender eel that is slowly cooked in a rich soy sauce marinade, resulting in a savory and aromatic flavor profile. This dish is a delightful fusion of texture and taste, perfect for an elegant meal.

Ingredients

• Eel fillets - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Shaoxing wine - 30 ml
• Water - 150 ml
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon (15 grams)
• Ginger, sliced - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili pepper, sliced - 1 (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the eel fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, water, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Add the eel fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. In a deep skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the marinated eel fillets and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly browned.
5. Pour the remaining marinade into the skillet, adding chopped green onions and red chili pepper if using. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Allow the eel to braise for about 25 minutes, flipping the fillets halfway through.
7. Once cooked, remove the lid and let the sauce reduce for an additional 5 minutes if desired.
8. Serve the braised eel hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired, alongside steamed rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• High in protein, helping to build and repair tissues.

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