Polish Węgorz Wędzony, Smoked Eel

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Polish Węgorz Wędzony, Smoked Eel, plated and ready to serve

Smoked eel is a traditional delicacy along the Baltic coast, its rich, oily flesh taking on a deep flavor from the smoking process. It’s typically bought already smoked from a coastal market and needs almost nothing done to it beyond good plating.

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Polish Węgorz Wędzony, Smoked Eel

A genuine Baltic delicacy, smoked whole and served simply with rye — or without.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Polish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb smoked eel skin removed, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste
  • Whole grain mustard for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Let the smoked eel come to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
  • Arrange pieces on a serving plate.
  • Scatter with chopped chives and a generous grind of pepper.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and whole grain mustard on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 290kcal | Protein: 18g | Fat: 24g
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Health Benefits

  • Eel is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin A.
  • A minimal-ingredient dish that needs no cooking.
  • A high-fat, minimal-carb option well suited to a ketogenic plate.

Pairs Well With

  • Polish Mizeria, Cucumber & Sour Cream Salad
  • Polish Rzodkiewki w Śmietanie, Radish & Sour Cream Salad
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