Uzaku (Eel and Cucumber Sunomono)
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A traditional Japanese vinegared dish featuring the perfect harmony of savory, fatty grilled eel and crisp, crunchy cucumber. A homemade Tosa-zu (vinegar sauce) infused with the umami of bonito flakes brings the entire dish together with elegance.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Remove the seeds from the cucumber, slice thinly, sprinkle with salt, and squeeze out the moisture thoroughly. → Combine bonito flakes, vinegar, and light soy sauce, let sit for 20 minutes, then strain to make Tosa-zu. → Warm the eel and then cut it into bite-sized pieces. → Combine the cucumber and eel, add the Tosa-zu, and toss gently.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Remove the seeds from the cucumber, slice thinly, sprinkle with salt, and squeeze out the moisture thoroughly. → Combine bonito flakes, vinegar, and light soy sauce, let sit for 20 minutes, then strain to make Tosa-zu. → Warm the eel and then cut it into bite-sized pieces. → Combine the cucumber and eel, add the Tosa-zu, and toss gently.
Introduction
A traditional Japanese vinegared dish featuring the perfect harmony of savory, fatty grilled eel and crisp, crunchy cucumber. A homemade Tosa-zu (vinegar sauce) infused with the umami of bonito flakes brings the entire dish together with elegance.
Step 1
Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds cleanly.
Step 2
Slice the seeded cucumbers thinly from one end.
Step 3
Sprinkle the sliced cucumbers with a pinch of salt, rub it in gently, and let sit for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Wrap the wilted cucumbers in a kitchen cloth (or paper towel) and squeeze out the moisture firmly and thoroughly.
Step 5
In a bowl, combine 3g of bonito flakes, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of light soy sauce; let it sit for 20 minutes to infuse the umami.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Removing the cucumber seeds suppresses excess wateriness and enhances the distinctive, crisp texture. 💡
If the eel is too hot, the meat will crumble while tossing, so warming it gently is the secret to a beautiful presentation. ⚠️
The charcoal pressing process in the video is for professional presentation. You can easily substitute this by warming the eel in a toaster oven or grill at home. 🍳
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