Honey Orange Duck

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 0
Honey Orange Duck Recipe with a hint of Chinese flavor
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

100 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole duck , 4 lbs
3 whole star anise
1 sprig parsley
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup orange juice , fresh
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons sherry wine
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ginger juice
water ( enough to cover duck )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
510
Sugar
2g
Fat
21g
Honey Orange Duck Recipe is a perfect example of the balance between flavor and nutritional value. The duck is marinated in a sweet mixture of honey and orange juice and then roasted to perfection, making for a succulent and flavorful dish. The Chinese touch adds to the uniqueness of the dish. Duck meat has been regarded as a luxury meat for centuries and nowadays, it is accessible to anyone. Honey Orange Duck recipe combines sweet and sour flavors, which are commonly paired with Chinese cuisine. It’s an elegant and festive dish, perfect for family get-togethers and special occasions.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Rinse the duck well and remove any innards. Pat it dry with paper towels.
3.In a large pot, bring enough water to cover the duck to a boil. Add the soy sauce, orange juice, honey, sherry wine, salt, star anise, and ginger juice. Stir until the honey dissolves.
4.Add the duck to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes, making sure it’s fully submerged in the liquid.
5.Remove the duck from the pot and place it on a rack. Let it dry for 10 minutes until the skin appears to be dry.
6.Place the duck, breast side up, in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour 20 minutes or until the skin is crisp and brown.
7.Rest the duck for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

PROS

This duck recipe is easy to follow and provides a succulent, flavorful dish with minimal fuss.

The dish itself has a rich flavor with a hint of exotic Chinese flavor.
It is also an excellent source of protein.

CONS

The honey orange duck recipe requires considerable effort and time to prepare.
It requires nearly 2 hours of oven cook time.
The dish is also high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Duck meat is an excellent source of protein and a good source of vitamins and minerals such as zinc, iron, and selenium. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease. The ginger juice used in this recipe is also known to possess anti-inflammatory properties.

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