Hangzhou Lu Ya (hangzhou Braised Duck)

Hangzhou Lu Ya, or Hangzhou Braised Duck, is a classic dish from Zhejiang Cuisine known for its tender and flavorful duck meat braised in a rich and savory sauce. This dish is a perfect representation of the delicate and light flavors of Hangzhou cuisine.

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Hangzhou Lu Ya (hangzhou Braised Duck)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole duck, about 4 lbs, chopped into pieces
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup Shaoxing wine
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Blanch the duck pieces in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, sauté the ginger and green onions until fragrant.
  3. Add the blanched duck pieces, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, add the star anise, cinnamon stick, and Sichuan peppercorns. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the duck is tender.
  5. Once the duck is tender, remove it from the pot and place it on a serving dish.
  6. Turn up the heat and reduce the braising liquid until it thickens into a sauce. Pour the sauce over the duck pieces.
  7. Serve the Hangzhou Lu Ya hot with steamed rice or vegetables.

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
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large pot Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Hangzhou Lu Ya is best served with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, marinate the duck pieces in the sauce overnight before braising.

Cost

$25