Peking Duck Recipe
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Peking Duck

By: Allison 
"I have made this recipe and it is delicious. It can be served with plum sauce as well as a fruit sauce. This is actually a short-cut version but it is fantastic."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (45)

What to Drink?

Wine Riesling
Cocktail Sidecar
Beer Beer
Hot Non-Alcoholic Tea
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 35 Min
Ready In:
3 Hrs 50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) whole duck, dressed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 orange, sliced in rounds
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • 5 green onions
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  • 1/2 cup plum jam
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped chutney

Directions

  1. Rinse the duck inside and out, and pat dry. Cut off tail and discard. In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, white pepper and cloves. Sprinkle one teaspoon of the mixture into the cavity of the duck. Stir one tablespoon of the soy sauce into the remaining spice mixture and rub evenly over the entire outside of the bird. Cut one of the green onions in half and tuck inside the cavity. Cover and refrigerate the bird for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
  2. Place duck breast side up on a rack in a big enough wok or pot and steam for an hour adding a little more water, if necessary, as it evaporates. Lift duck with two large spoons, and drain juices and green onion.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place duck breast side up in a roasting pan and prick skin all over using a fork.
  4. Roast for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. While the duck is roasting, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and honey. After 30 minutes, brush the honey mixture onto the duck and return it to the oven. Turn the heat up to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Roast for 5 minutes, or until the skin is richly browned. Do not allow the skin to char.
  5. Prepare the duck sauce by mixing the plum jam with the sugar, vinegar and chutney in a small serving bowl. Chop remaining green onions and place them into a separate bowl. Place whole duck onto a serving platter and garnish with orange slices and fresh parsley. Use plum sauce and onions for dipping.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 556 | Total Fat: 31g | Cholesterol: 91mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2003 by RVANNIEK   view full review
I changed this recipe slighty - becasue I don't have a steamer - and I roasted the duck for 2...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2006 by STARFLOW   view full review
This recipe was absolute rubbish. You need a good few hours (8+) to render the fat before even...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2005 by JPLONG   view full review
Very easy compared to tradional peking duck recipes, and very tasty. I added grated ginger...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2004 by MOGAN813   view full review
this was excellent. I made the following changes I split the duck along the breast bone and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 5, 2007 by Kateriee   view full review
This is the third time I've made this recipe, its wonderful. I made it for a small dinner...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2007 by Kara   view full review
I absolutely love duck! I was so excited to see this on here. Followed exactly and it turned...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 1, 2008 by seaweasel   view full review
How about Peking Chicken? I made this using chicken instead of duck. the steaming process...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 27, 2006 by texanbelle71   view full review
My husband said this was the best duck he ever had, and he has had Peking Duck in Peking! The...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 5, 2003 by LALLIA   view full review
Wonderful recipe. I stuffed the bird with a bread stuffing. Not very traditional for Peking...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2009 by EntertainingHen   view full review
I have never made peking duck; however i tried it when friends and family came over (guinea...

 

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