Jang-eoui (grilled eel)

The Appeal of Grilled Eel Prepared with Unique Korean Seasoning

"Grilled eel" is a dish characterized by its rustic yet profound flavor. With unique Korean seasoning and grilling techniques, the appeal of eel is maximized. Using fresh eel brings out its sweetness and umami. The special marinade features a garlic, chili pepper, and sesame oil-based sauce that enriches the eel's flavor, creating an exquisite taste with a perfect balance of spiciness and sweetness.

Grilled slowly over charcoal, the eel is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The smoky aroma from the charcoal combined with the juicy fat that melts in your mouth is exquisite. When eating, you can adjust the taste with sesame oil, salt, or special sauce, allowing you to enjoy it exactly to your preference, which is another one of its charms.

The combination of fresh ingredients, unique marinade, and careful charcoal grilling results in a Korean grilled eel that is unparalleled in deliciousness. Its taste is so impressive that once you try it, you won't forget it, and it continues to be loved by many as one of the dishes symbolizing Korean food culture.

Delicious Ways to Enjoy Pork and Eel While Sea Fishing

Pork and eel that I prepared for a sea fishing trip.

This was marinated grilled pork. The eel was grilled until golden over charcoal and eaten with gochujang vinaigrette.

Try It at Home! Charcoal-Grilled Eel Kabayaki Recipe

To make kabayaki eel, combine eel (for 2 fish), water (4 cups), dark soy sauce (1/2 cup), mirin (1/2 cup), eel bones (from 2 fish), ginseng (1 root), ginger powder (0.5), garlic (3 cloves), dried chili peppers (2), sugar (2), and peppercorns (0.3). Simmer until the sauce thickens, and it's ready.

Grill the eel until about 80% cooked, then brush with the sauce and grill a second time.