Paleo Unagi Don
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful and nutritious Paleo Unagi Don, a wholesome twist on the classic Japanese dish. Perfectly broiled fresh eel fillets are basted with a luscious homemade glaze made from coconut aminos, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and ginger, delivering a balance of sweet and savory flavors without any refined sugars or soy. Served over tender, sautéed cauliflower rice, this low-carb and gluten-free recipe is topped with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Whether you’re following a paleo diet or simply looking for a healthy Asian-inspired dish, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Fresh eel fillet (skin-on)
- 4 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 3 cups Cauliflower rice
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to broil and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, combine coconut aminos, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the eel fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking pan. Brush generously with half of the prepared glaze.
Broil the eel in the oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and caramelized on top. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes.
Meanwhile, heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until tender. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.
To assemble, divide the cauliflower rice between two bowls. Place a broiled eel fillet on top of each bowl, then drizzle with the remaining glaze.
Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1303 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1196 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
