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An elongated fish somewhat resembling a snake, eel are one of the higher-selling in Stardew Valley outside of the legendary fish. They are relatively easy to catch as well, though they are not exceptionally common.
To be able to catch an eel hook, line, and sinker, you’ll need to meet a few different requirements. Below, we have gone over everything you will need.
Where To Find Eel
Unlike some fish, Eel can be found pretty much anywhere in the ocean or at a beach farm if you have one. This means you can find it at any location along the coast. We especially recommend going to the eastern pier as this is where the most higher-level fish seem to appear.
You will also have to keep in mind that it must be either Fall or Spring to catch an eel, and it must be raining. They will only appear from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., so make sure to plan your trip to the beach wisely.
How To Catch Eel
As we mentioned before, Eel can be found anywhere at the beach as long as you meet the season, time, and weather requirements. Catching them is a relatively simple task, as well.
Even though they are easy to catch, they are not an extremely common fish, so they won’t often appear on your line. However, to have a higher chance of reeling one in, we recommend using bait to attract them. You can either buy some from Willy’s Shop for 5g, or you can make your own.
We also recommend using a bobber to simplify the process even more. The best option for catching eel is the Cork Bobber, as it will extend your fishing bar size. This way, you’ll more likely catch an iridium-quality eel that will sell for a higher price.
Eel Sell Prices, Recipes, Bundles, & Quests
When you have successfully caught an eel, there are many different things that you can use the fish for. You can either sell it, use it for a quest, put it in a recipe, or include it in a bundle. To start, here are the selling prices you will get for eel based on the quality of it and your current occupation.
| Eel (Based on Star/Quality) | Regular Sell Price | Fisher Profession Sell Price | Angler Profession Sell Price |
| Regular Eel | 85 g | 106 g | 127 g |
| Silver Quality Eel | 106 g | 132 g | 159 g |
| Gold Quality Eel | 127 g | 158 g | 190 g |
| Iridium Quality Eel | 170 g | 212 g | 255 g |
Below, you’ll find all of the recipes that eel can be included in.
| Recipe | Ingredients |
| Fried Eel | Eel, Oil |
| Maki Roll | Any Fish, Seaweed, Rice |
| Quality Fertilizer | Sap x2, Any Fish |
| Sashimi | Any Fish |
| Spicy Eel | Eel, Hot Pepper |
Eel can also be used in the Night Fishing Bundle, a donation given to the Junimos inside the old Community Center. To complete the whole bundle, you will need one Walleye, one Bream, and one Eel. In return, you will receive a Small Glow Ring.
Eel will sometimes appear on the ‘Help Wanted’ board as an item delivery quest, as well. Once you deliver the eel to the corresponding villager, you will receive 255 g and 150 friendship points.