Freshwater Eel · 鰻 (うなぎ)

Grilled, glazed with tare sauce, rich and smoky. A summer tradition said to give strength during hot months.

Japan designates a special 'Day of the Ox' in summer (doyo no ushi no hi) for eating unagi to beat the heat.

Category: other · Season: summer (peak Jul, Aug) · Origin: Japan, China

Preparations

Nigiri 握り · Kabayaki 蒲焼き · Temaki 手卷 · Over Rice 丼

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