‘Eel sauce’ is a thick and dark soy-based Asian condiment that can be drizzled over eel (natch), sushi rolls, steamed rice, or any protein you love. It is sweet and rich and I am completely addicted to it!
What I love most about this recipe is the ease of preparation. Only 3 ingredients!! About 15 minutes!
Plus, it can keep in the fridge for a few weeks at least (or freeze for longer).
You will see I use mirin in the recipe. That is a Japanese rice wine sweetened with sugar. Make sure you pick a brand without high fructose corn syrup, to keep your tummy happy. It is a staple in my pantry!
For other Asian inspired recipes, check out my favorites in my low-FODMAP Favorite Asian Recipe Collection!
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Or check out over 500 more low-FODMAP recipes on the blog! IBS-friendly.
Be healthy and happy,
Rachel Pauls, MD
Three Ingredient ‘Eel’ Sauce / Sweet Teriyaki; Low-FODMAP, Gluten-free, Vegan
A low-FODMAP recipe for Asian ‘Eel’ Sauce (a sweet teriyaki). Ready in 15 minutes, with only 3 ingredients! Gluten-free, Vegan and IBS-friendly.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes + chilling
- Yield: 12 servings; 6 ounces 1x
- Category: Condiment, Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce*
- 1/2 cup mirin*
- 1/2 cup white (granulated) sugar
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened to desired consistency
- Allow to cool, then store in refrigerator, in a small jar or bottle
Notes
- Although this recipe has not been lab tested, a single serving should be low-FODMAP based on the ingredients (using available FODMAP data at time of posting)
- Select gluten-free soy sauce if necessary
- Mirin is a Japanese rice wine that is sweetened. Select a brand without high fructose corn syrup
- The recipe yields 6 ounces, 12 servings. About 1 tablespoon per serving
- If you are having trouble with the sauce thickening, you may remove 1/4 cup and add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to it. Stir this well and create a ‘slurry’. Return the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir to thicken
