Traditional Jellied Eels - freshly cooked for your delectation
A traditional seafood dish!
Jellied eels are a traditional British seafood dish that has deep historical roots within the working-class culture of London’s East End. It has become less common to see in recent years, which is a shame. This traditional dish consists of eels that have first been chopped into bite-sized pieces and then simmered in a savoury broth made from a combination of water, vinegar and various spices. Once they are cooked to perfection, the broth is then left to cool and set firm, creating a jelly-like consistency encasing the delicious tender pieces of this fish.
Unique flavours
The flavour profile of this dish is really quite unique, with the eel meat absorbing the savoury notes of the broth. This results in a taste that is both rich, fishy and mildly sweet. The set jelly adds an interesting textural element to the dish, providing a nice contrast to the soft and succulent flesh of the fish. Traditionally, jellied eels are usually served cold, often with a side of buttered and mashed potatoes, or fresh crusty bread complementing the dish.
A tasty London fish dish
Whilst traditional jellied eels may not be as widely enjoyed today as they were in the past, they remain a nostalgic and culturally significant part of London’s culinary history. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of the Cockney working class, who turned an abundant and inexpensive local ingredient into a healthy, hearty and tasty meal. It has left a lasting mark on the city’s gastronomic heritage. Cooked daily right here at Essex Oyster Company for those with adventurous palates and an appreciation for traditional fare. Our special dish offers a true taste of London’s intriguing culinary past.
This is a healthy dish
Jellied Eels are a healthy yet relatively cheap and readily available food sourced from the river Thames in London. This is why they became an East End favourite dish. Eating them will help contribute to your cellular, brain and heart health.
TYPICAL VALUES PER 100G NUTRITION:
Energy 369kJ / 89kcal
Protein 4.3g
Carbohydrate <0.1g
Fat 7.99g
MICRONUTRIENTS:
TYPICAL VALUES PER 100G
Omega 3 EPA/DHA 0.343g
Vitamin B12 2µg
Selenium 22µg
Vitamin D 3µg
Vitamin E 2.6mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.16mg
