Whole30 Grilled Eel with Teriyaki Glaze
Delight your taste buds with this Whole30 Grilled Eel with Teriyaki Glaze, a healthier twist on a classic dish that’s brimming with bold flavors and smoky perfection. This recipe features tender eel fillets brushed with a naturally sweetened teriyaki glaze made from coconut aminos, balsamic vinegar, fresh ginger, garlic, and pitted Medjool dates, ensuring it’s 100% Whole30 compliant. Grilled to perfection, the eel boasts a subtle char and caramelized richness, complemented by a garnish of vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds. Perfect for those following a clean eating lifestyle, this dish marries umami-packed indulgence with mindful ingredients. Serve it as an elevated main course to impress guests or enjoy it solo for a truly gourmet experience tailored to your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces eel fillets
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pieces medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Soak the pitted medjool dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them.
In a blender, combine the coconut aminos, balsamic vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, softened dates, and sesame oil. Blend until smooth to create the Whole30 teriyaki glaze.
Season the eel fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Once the grill is hot, place the eel fillets skin-side down on the grill. Grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, brushing generously with the Whole30 teriyaki glaze. The eel should be cooked through and have slight grill marks.
Remove the eel from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish the grilled eel with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately, enjoying the smoky flavor and rich taste of a naturally sweetened teriyaki glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.2 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 740 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 3532 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 97.9 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 79.2 mcg | 396% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*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.
