Jang Uh Gui Recipe

Jang Uh Gui, simply put, is broiled freshwater eel that is served with a spicy sauce. This dish is deceptively simple dish that packs quite a lot of flavor. So why not give it a try?

This recipe makes 2 servings.

Ingredients You Will Need: 

- 1 large Freshwater Eel, that has been cleaned and filleted
- 2 TBSP. Gochurang, Korean Chili Paste (This is available in most Asian groceries)
- 1 TBSP. of Soy Sauce
- 1 Stalk of Green Onions, chopped
- 2 Cloves of Garlic, chopped
- 1 TBSP. of Sesame Salt
- 1 TBSP. of Ginger Juice
- 1 TBSP. of Cheong Ju, Clear Rice Wine (This is available in most Asian groceries)
- 1 TSP. of Cornstarch that is mixed together with 1 TSP. of water (Slurry)
- 1 TSP. of Sesame Oil
- 2 TSP. of Sugar
- 1 TSP. of Gochugaru, Korean Chili Powder (This is available in most Asian groceries)

Instructions:

-1- In a medium-sized sauce pan, combine together all of the ingredients, except for the eel.

-2- Bring this mixture to a boil over low heat. Continue to cook the mixture until it thickens. Remove it from the heat and set aside so it can cool.

-3- Skewer the eel pieces with a bamboo, or metal skewer. Now dip each skewer into the prepared sauce and allow it to soak through for about 10 minutes.

-4- Broil the eel for 15 minutes or until it has been cooked thoroughly. While you are still broiling the eel, brush with the left-over sauce.

-5- Remove the eel skewers and place them onto a serving plate. Serve them immediately.

-6- Enjoy!

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