Eel is considered as a delicacy and is quite expansive. Fresh water eels and marine eels are commonly used in Japanese cuisine. It is very popular in Asian countries and other countries too. Here is a dish to try.
Ingredients:
500 gm eel
8 cloves garlic
10 cloves shallot
pinch of pepper
Seasoning:
1 tablespoon dark soya sauce
1 teaspoon shaoxing wine
1 teaspoon sugar
1teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
Method:
Blanch eel in hot water and remove slime with a knfe. Rinse and cut into 2 inch piece. Add pepper and dab with some cornflour. Add 2 tablespoon oil and fry the eel until lightly brown. Push aside and fry the garlic and onion until fragrant. Pour in the seasoning. Bring to the boil and lower heat. Simmer till done. Garnish and serve immediately.
