What is Eel Sauce? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Eel Sauce?

Eel sauce is a dark brown, syrupy sauce used to flavor eel. It does not necessarily contain any eel. The main ingredients are soy sauce, sugar and vinegar, which gives the sauce a tangy, sour and sweet flavor. The texture is like honey and can be brushed into the eel.

What does Eel Sauce Taste Like?

Sweet

Umami

Ingredients

soy sauce

Soy sauce is a liquid condiment and seasoning made from fermented soybeans. Traditionally it was been made with just soy, many versions and brands use wheat as well. Soy sauce is dark brown with a thin viscosity. The flavor is intensely salty and umami. Soy sauce is used to season meats, seafood and vegetables, it is also used in sauces to perk up the flavor of the food and enhance other tastes.

mirin

Mirin is a condiment used in East Asian cuisine and is a type of rice wine with a higher sugar content and lower alcohol content. It is clear with a yellowy hue and a thin viscosity. This sweet rice wine is used as a seasoning in grains, meats and vegetables. The flavor is sweet and a little bit vinegary, with a hint of alcohol.

sugar

Sugar comes from sugar cane and sugar beets. The sugar is extracted from the juice of both plants and refined into the granulated substance known as sugar. Sucrose, the sweet substance of sugar is a combination of glucose and fructose. White sugar is composed of tiny white, dry granules. The flavor is sweet and neutral. Brown sugar is brown and has more moisture, with a richer flavor that hints at molasses. Sugar is used in both sweet and savory foods.

Eel Sauce Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 pound453.6g

pound

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	971kcal	49%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	213g	203%
Sugars	200g	1143%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	18g	68%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	10664mg	1325%

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Unhealthy Level

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Otafuku Sushi Eel Sauce for Sushi Rolls, Japanese Unagi Sauce Gluten Free, 15 Oz

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Japanese Sushi Sauce by Shirakiku | Sweet and Savory Authentic Asian Sauce for Sushi, Cooking, Grilling, Perfect for Eel, Unagi | Non GMO| 18 oz. (Sushi Sauce)

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Otafuku Gluten Free Eel Sauce, Japanese Unagi Sauce for Sushi Rolls, Sashimi, Rice and Poke, Restaurant Bulk Size 83.8 Oz (1/2 Gallon)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Eel Sauce?

1 pound of Eel Sauce contains 18 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Eel Sauce?

1 pound of Eel Sauce contains 213 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Eel Sauce?

1 pound of Eel Sauce contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Eel Sauce?

1 pound of Eel Sauce contains 13 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Eel Sauce?

There are 971 calories in 1 pound of Eel Sauce.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Eel Sauce?

There are 61 calories in 1 oz of Eel Sauce.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Eel Sauce?

There are 32 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Eel Sauce.