Hunan-style Braised Duck (红烧鸭)

红烧鸭 (Hunan-style Braised Duck) is a classic dish in Hunan cuisine, known for its rich and savory flavors. This dish features tender duck meat braised in a flavorful sauce, making it a popular choice for special occasions and family gatherings.

Hunan-style Braised Duck (红烧鸭)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole duck, about 4-5 lbs, chopped into pieces
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 star anise
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Shaoxing wine
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ginger, green onions, cinnamon stick, and star anise. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add the duck pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Stir to coat the duck pieces evenly.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until the duck is tender.
  5. Once the duck is tender, uncover the pot and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
  6. Season with salt to taste and serve the braised duck hot with steamed rice.

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 Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the braised duck with steamed rice and a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the duck pieces in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine for 1-2 hours before cooking.

Cost

$20