Hangzhou Jiang You Ya (hangzhou Soy Sauce Duck)

Hangzhou Jiang You Ya, also known as Hangzhou Soy Sauce Duck, is a traditional dish from Zhejiang Cuisine, featuring tender duck meat infused with the rich flavors of soy sauce and other aromatic ingredients.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Zhejiang Hangzhou Soy Sauce Duck Zhejiang Cuisine Duck Recipe
Hangzhou Jiang You Ya (hangzhou Soy Sauce Duck)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole duck, about 4 lbs
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup Shaoxing wine
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 4 slices ginger
  • 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the duck by rinsing it and patting it dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large pot, combine the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, ginger, green onions, star anise, cinnamon stick, Sichuan peppercorns, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Add the whole duck to the pot, making sure it is fully submerged in the liquid. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the duck is tender.
  4. Remove the duck from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Sharp knife Cutting board

Tools

Tongs Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hangzhou Soy Sauce Duck with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavorful duck, marinate it in the soy sauce mixture overnight before cooking.

Cost

$20