Traditional Roast Duck
Roasting a Chinese Traditional Roast Duck is a wonderful way to introduce this traditional food into your household. It is easy to prepare and tastes delicious. This dish is an ideal way to introduce your guests to the different flavors and aromas of China. This dish is also an excellent choice for a special dinner with family or friends. The recipe below is intended for two people, and it will be the perfect size for a small gathering.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 2820kcal
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Ingredients
- 1, 5 Pound Duck Pekin Variety
- 6 Strips Orange Zest Only and Fresh
- 1 Onion Small in Size and Cut Into Halves
- Dash of Salt and Black Pepper For Taste
- 1 ½ Tablespoon Molasses Unsulfured Variety
- ¼ teaspoon Coriander Crushed Lightly
- 8 Peppercorns Whole and Crushed Lightly
- 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Fresh
- 2 tablespoons Vinegar Balsamic Variety
- 2 Cloves Garlic Crushed and Peeled
- 1 ½ Tablespoon Honey Raw
Instructions
- A day before you want to roast your duck, remove the neck and giblets from the bird. Trim the excess fat and rinse under some running water. Pat dry with a few paper towels and place onto a large sized baking dish.
- The next day preheat your oven to 300 degrees. While your oven is heating up pierce the surface of your duck with a fork. Season your duck with a generous amount of cooking spray and stuff your duck with your fresh orange zest and diced onion.
- Pour a cup of water into your pan.
- Place your duck into your oven to bake for the next 3 hours, making sure to prick the skin of your duck every hour with your fork.
- Remove your duck from your oven and raise the temperature of your oven to 450 degrees. Continue to roast for the next 30 minutes or until the skin of your duck is crispy and brown.
- Remove and allow your duck for the next 10 minutes.
- Use a small sized bowl and add in your fresh orange juice, balsamic vinegar, crushed garlic, honey and molasses. Whisk until smooth in consistency and baste your duck with this mixture. Sere whenever you are ready and enjoy.
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Notes
When preparing Chinese Traditional Roast Duck, you can use any type of marinade. It is recommended to choose a mixture of dark and light soy sauce, water, and garlic. You can also add fresh herbs and pepper to the marinade. Once the duck is properly prepared, it should be left in the oven overnight to allow the flavors to meld. To serve it, you should serve it with a variety of ingredients including spring onions and Chinese pancakes.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 2820kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 79g | Fat: 268g | Saturated Fat: 90g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 35g | Monounsaturated Fat: 127g | Cholesterol: 517mg | Sodium: 435mg | Potassium: 1613mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1166IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 17mg
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