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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Unagi Nigiri
Seasoned sushi rice supports warm glazed eel for a sweet-savory Japanese nigiri classic.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 10 min📖 1 min readServes 4~390 kcal🇯🇵 Japanese🌍 Full translation
40 min prep 20 min cook 10 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 10 min- Prep40 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the sushi rice
- 300 gr Short-grain sushi rice, Koshihikari or Nishiki
- 360 ml Water
- 45 ml Rice vinegar
- 18 gr Granulated sugar
- 6 gr Salt
For the filling
- 260 gr Cooked eel fillet
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 1.5 yemek kaşığı(~23 ml) Brown sugar
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Rice vinegar
For serving
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Wasabi
- 40 gr Gari
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear.
- 2
Cook the rice with the water and rest for 10 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 3
Fold the rice vinegar, sugar and salt into the rice and let it cool slightly.
- 4
Boil the soy sauce, brown sugar and rice vinegar for 4 minutes into a glossy sauce.
4 min04:00 - 5
Cut the unagi fillets to nigiri size with diagonal strokes of a sharp knife.
- 6
Brush the unagi with sauce and warm for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 7
Shape rice ovals with damp hands, spread with wasabi and place the unagi on top.
💡 Tip: Warm the unagi without drying it out and brush the sauce on at the last minute.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with cucumber pickles, gari and light soy sauce on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 64% match~390
kcal calories
20
g protein
46
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 21%Carbs 47%Fat 32%
GI 67 · Medium GIGL 31 · High GL
9g
Sugar
0.1g
Fiber
1205.3mg
Sodium
0g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (64%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
- Soy
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Unagi Nigiri make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Unagi Nigiri take?
Prep 40 minutes, cooking 20 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 70 minutes in total.Is Unagi Nigiri difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Unagi Nigiri have?
Approximately 390 kcal per serving. Protein: 20g, carbs: 46g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Unagi Nigiri contain?
This recipe contains Seafood, Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Unagi Nigiri belong to?
This recipe belongs to Japanese cuisine.How many ingredients does Unagi Nigiri need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Unagi Nigiri filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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