Narutomaki or naruto is a type of kamaboko (cured fish surimi). Each slice of naruto has a pink or red spiral pattern, which resembles the Naruto whirlpools in the Naruto Strait between Awaji Island and Shikoku in Japan.
Satsuma Age is a type of fried fish cakes originating from Kagoshima, Japan. It was originally from Chinese cuisine and then brought over to Okinawa and Kyushu regions.
Surimi (fish paste) and flour are mixed to make a compact paste that is solidified through deep-frying, which is why you see the brown skin on the outside and white skin on the inside.
Chikuwa is a Japanese fish cake made of surimi, salt, starch, and egg white. Its a popular snack in Japan because it is relatively low in fat but high in protein. You can easily fill chikuwa with your favourite vegetables or serve them in a broth or salad.
Unagi Kabayaki might be one of Japan’s most beloved dishes. This grilled eel drenched in thick and sweet soy sauce makes anyone’s mouth water. The most popular way to prepare Unagi is in the form of Unadon, which consists of a hot bowl of rice with the unagi on top. Plain and simple but incredibly tasty .
Boil Method: Place frozen eel sealed in the packet into boiling water for about 6 minutes. Remove from boiling water. Open packet and slide eel onto a serving plate. Ready to serve.
Microwave Method: Place frozen eel sealed in the packet on a microwave-proof plate and defrost for 2 minutes.Pierce holes for steam to escape on the top side of the packet. Microwave for about 5 minutes. Open packet and slide eel onto a serving plate. Ready to serve.
Oven Method: Run cold water over frozen eel until the packet becomes loose. Open packet slide eel onto a baking pan and cover with foil. Bake in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for about 15 minutes.