Unadon

Unadon is a comforting Japanese rice dish featuring grilled eel glazed with a savory-sweet sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice. This high-protein meal is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• Unagi (grilled eel) - 200 grams
• Cooked Japanese short-grain rice - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sake - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Chopped green onions - 1 tablespoon
• Nori (seaweed) strips - for garnish

Steps

1. Prepare the rice according to package instructions and keep it warm.
2. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
3. Grill or broil the unagi for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy on the edges.
4. Slice the grilled eel into bite-sized pieces.
5. To serve, place a generous portion of rice in each bowl, top with the sliced unagi, and drizzle the sauce over the top.
6. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and nori strips. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 26 g
• Carbs: 72 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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